[RCSE] JR TX frequency modules for sale
I still have modules on 18, 35, and 58 available - $30 each, shipped. Matt
[RCSE] JR frequency modules for sale
I've got modules (from a 10X) on 18, 24, 35, and 58 available, $30 each shipped. Thanks, Matt
RE: [RCSE] BAD VENDOR REPORT!!!!!!!!!!!! - GOOD VENDOR
Give No BS batteries a try. I have purchased my last batch of packs from them, and have been very impressed. Excellent quality pack construction, they live up to their ratings, and if your buying more than one identical pack, he sells you the second one at 25% off. Take a look at: http://www.hangtimes.com/nobsbatteries.html Completely unsolicited, just a happy customer. Matt -Original Message- From: Todd Larsen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2006 3:35 PM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] BAD VENDOR REPORT I should have listened to a LOT of your guys' advice regarding BATTERIES AMERICA...what a JOKE of a company. Past experiences were nominal like wrong items shipped only to have me ship back to wait and wait to finally get what I originally ordered.dealing with RUDE people on their phone..receiving a couple RX packs that didn't even SNIFF the capacity level AFTER a 24 hour charge with my Sirius Pack former..get the runaround over the phone about NOT PROPERLY CHARGING, etc. Like a Dumb-dumb I keep loyal and try to give them the benefit of the doubt. Recently (the past 2 and 1/2 years) I have had THREE painful surgeries on my FEET that has hampered me to do much flying...or anything at all at that. Prior to my second operation I purchased servo's and batteries for upcoming projects once I am back on my feet. Well a THIRD operation was necessary, unfortunately.and am now getting projects completed. I cycled a 2100 mah pack , recently, which I purchased roughly a year ago and have not touched IT or the other products like Volz servo's and another RX pack from a local hobby store, and it cranked out a wopping 510mah after a 24 hour trickle charge. I then re-cycled it for another 24 hours and it really jumped BIG TIME to 710mah!!! Its a 2100 mah pack The other pack I purchased from a hobby store cycled up close to where it should be and has been working quite well. I asked a friend regarding this matter and He felt one of the cells went bad. I phoned BATTERIES AMERICA to have someone tell me I am a big boy and I NEED to accept REALITY, in that, its been over a year and thats that. I told them I understand , BUT, the pack has NEVER EVER been cycled...EVER. They claimed that I am not being realistic, as I agreed it has been a year BUT I am honest and have NEVER touched the battery or cycled it EVER. I re-coiled and stated back at them then your telling me that NONE of your packs haven't sat on the shelves for a year...TWO...or more?? How am I to know they didn't ship me a 2100 mah RX pack that hasn't been collecting dust on their shelves for a year or two or three He said THAT is immaterial...I asked how? I asked can you tell me right now that ALL your packs are LESS than a year old and all cells used to put the packs together? He bobbled about only to say how its NOT THE SAME POINT , its immaterial to my point and matter and He can't state they ONLY have batteries put together in less than 12 months. What a joke of a company...I have had other problemss and have read some of your guys' NIGHTMARE dealings with these people. I am the one to blame as i should not have done any business with these people after the humiliating conversations and lack of prodcing a product accurate with its description and expected performance. For a measely 20-30 bux they lost a LOYAL and HONEST customer. BTW...the VOLZ servos and the DS368's from Johnny Berlin fired up GREAT and the other battery I purchased that sat around until I recovered from my painful nightmare cycled up and is working very well. I just don't get it. How petty are these people and what TERRIBLE business practices they have. I recently sent in a $30+ servo I bought from JR that stripped out and they replaced it with a NEW ONE...no questions asked. How can a 2100 mah battery that was NEVER cycled by the buyer be so bad after sitting in my drawer awaiting my recovery? I wonder how much people like this TIP a WAITRESS or WAITER after dinnerhow straight-up LAME and CHEAP! I will NEVER buy a THING from them EVER AGAIN. Thanks for the bandwith and sorry you guys had to hear me piss moan and groan! :O) For what its worth there has to be a better place to find GOOD quality batteries at competitive pricesBATTERIES AMERICA has a serious problem with QUALITY of some of their productsI know because THIS is not the first time a complaint has been logged on here reporting this kind of situation. What babbling idiot I sound likeyikes! :) Thanks for reading/listening to this pathetic story! RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by
RE: [RCSE] Volz micro-maxxX's and receivers for sale -The 368's were sold
The 368's were sold From: Lydon, Matthew (NBC Universal) Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2006 2:24 PMTo: soaring@airage.comSubject: [RCSE] Volz, DS368's and receivers for sale Receivers - all with ch 35 crystals, used EXCELLENT condition FMA Quantum 8 - $50FMA Fortress 8- $40Airtronics 92785 receiver - $40Hitec Feather 4, JR shift - $30 no crystal2 JR649 9 CH PCM - $125 each.2 JR940s 10 Ch dual conv, NEVER FLOWN $150 each Servos2 Volz Micro-maxx X new, never flown - $70 each3 Futaba 148's, used excellent, $8 each Hacker Motor programmer - new, never used, $40 Buyer pays actual shipping. Thanks!
[RCSE] Volz, DS368's and receivers for sale
Receivers - all with ch 35 crystals, used EXCELLENT condition FMA Quantum 8 - $50FMA Fortress 8- $40Airtronics 92785 receiver - $40Hitec Feather 4, JR shift - $30 no crystal2 JR649 9 CH PCM - $125 each.2 JR940s 10 Ch dual conv, NEVER FLOWN $150 each Servos2 Volz Micro-maxx X new, never flown - $70 each3 JR DS368 new, never flown - $60 each3 Futaba 148's, used excellent, $8 each Hacker Motor programmer - new, never used, $40 Buyer pays actual shipping. Thanks!
[RCSE] Futaba transmitter modules for sale
I have 3 modules, one each on 30, 38, and 46. These were for my 8uap, which I no longer own, so dont need em. $30 shipped each. Thx, Matt
[RCSE] Sharon 3.7 Vtail FS
New, never flown, with Multiplex digitals (red ones) throughout. Spotless, blue bottoms, white top. $1400 plus shipping. Matt
[RCSE] Multiplex Evo 9 ch synth FS - $300
Includes charger, additional sticks, original box, instructions. Buyer pays shipping. Matt
RE: [RCSE] 9303 or 10X Programming assistance
Title: 9303 or 10X Programming assistance Mike Lachowski wrote up a nice guide to doing a 6 servo wing - http://www.eclipse.net/~mikel/10X/Escape10X.html He's also got a link to the setup, so you can download it into your radio You might be able to modify it for your 8 servo. Matt From: George Voss [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2005 1:52 PM To: RCSE Subject: [RCSE] 9303 or 10X Programming assistance I've got 2 sailplanes that I need programming assistance. They have 6 and 8 servo wings. I'd like to have them programmed like a normal 4 servo wing in a competition sailplane, with the addition the following: The 8 servo wing has spoilers, inner and outer ailerons and flaps. I'd like to be able to allow the outer ailerons to always work as ailerons. The inner ailerons will work as ailerons part of the time, then I want to be able to flip a switch or go into a flight mode and have the ailerons cambered with the flaps. I want the ailerons to come down ½ way with the flap stick, then start going up. At the ½ way point of the flap stick movement, the spoilers come up. The 6 servo wing doesn't have spoilers, and I want to be able to do the same thing as above. Does anyone have a 9303 or 10X programmed to do this type of mixing? It would save me a tremendous amount of programming time and headache. TIA gv
RE: [RCSE] What happened to bondo?
Title: RE: [RCSE] What happened to bondo? Try West Systems fillers. These are powders you mix into epoxy, like microballons. They have a big range of fillers, from super-tough structural fillers with lots of fiber in them to a fairing filler which is nice and light while still being very tough. You can get them at Marine-supply stores, and read about them at westsystem.com Matt -Original Message- From: Brent [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2005 9:25 PM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] What happened to bondo? I'm doing a wing fairing on a scale ship, and I just did a small batch of short fiber Bondo - wow, does that stink. I hadn't used this since my old Torino (back in the 70-80s), and it used to be pink and fairly tame; at least that's what I remember. Now it's green, and my shop (the whole house) reeks. I think I passed out at some point, and I only mixed an apple sauce package worth. I think I'm committed now, but is there a better way? Epoxy and carbosil? I got the bondo tip from a pretty good scale ship guy, but he must have a better ventilation system than I do. I think I'm off to watch The Wall and listen to the Wizard of Oz... B. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Stylus for sale
I just spotted a stylus for sale on RC groups - http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=431200
[RCSE] At significantly less than 300 MPH - Multiplex Alpha Club FS.
100", full house set up, futaba micros, standards in the fuse, battery, like new, add receiver and fly - $250. Boughtt it for the wife, but she didn't catch the bug. Matt
RE: [RCSE] Batteries??
Title: RE: [RCSE] Batteries?? Maxamps.com has shown me superlative customer support. They're geared towards motor packs, but also do receiver packs, and I think will build whatever you want. Give 'em a try. Matt -Original Message- From: Kent Miller [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 12:57 PM To: Soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Batteries?? I am looking for a good battery supplier for Tx, Rx and motor packs. I have been using batteriesamerica and have become totally disgusted in their service and attitude. I placed an order for four packs and some shrink tubing over a month and a half ago, called 6 different times and was basically shined on by everyone including the owner. BAD BAD. Any help would be appreciated on another GOOD source. Thanks, Kent Miller SBSS -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.344 / Virus Database: 267.11.10/120 - Release Date: 10/5/2005 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] For Sale
Title: RE: [RCSE] For Sale I can testify that this is a great flying ship - mine signals lift VERY well, almost flies itself. Matt -Original Message- From: david alchin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 11:31 AM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] For Sale Almost new never crashed never damaged North East Sailplanes Enigma 2M includes 6 Hitec servos Hitec Super Slim 7 Rx 1000 mAh NMH battery shipped $425 209-578-3976 David david alchin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Why Wait? Move to EarthLink. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Little Big Winch for sale
Complete package including Turnaround, Line, Parachute, etc. They sell for $600 new, this one is very, very, clean. $400, buyer pays shipping
[RCSE] FS - Muller Escape Vtail - mint
Only used a few times on a grass field - not a mark on it. Yellow with red bottoms. Voltz Micro-maxx's on Ailerons and Flaps, JR's in fuse and tips. Includes Custom Quilted bags $1200, buyer pays shipping. Matt
RE: [RCSE] Long music wire????
Title: RE: [RCSE] Long music wire If you don't have to make bends, carbon-fiber rods work great, are lighter, and can be had in 4 and 8 foot lengths: http://www.acp-composites.com/acp-cr.htm Matt -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of lenci1938e Sent: Monday, September 12, 2005 12:57 AM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Long music wire Anyone have a good source for 48 or longer 1/16 straight music wire for pushrods? I have a couple of projects that 36 wire is not going to get it. Thanks, Shawn RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] FS: Pristine Muller Escape
I have a Muller Escape in brand-new condition. I literally used it 2 days on a grass field - no nicks, dings or scuff marks. In fact, barely any fingerprints. Has voltz micro-maxx for flaps ailerons, 241's in the tips, JR (341?) in the fuse. Yellow with red bottoms Comes with the custom quilted bags too. $1250 plus shipping. I'm selling it because it's so perfect I'm afraid to fly it. Matt
[RCSE] 9303 FS
Nearly new (2 months old and used maybe 2 hours) 9303, with charger, manual, module (ch. 35) $375 shipped Matt
[RCSE] FS: JR9303
I've only had it approximately 2 months - very shiny and new-like, still. With aluminum transmitter case, charger, and manual. $400 plus shipping Matt
RE: [RCSE] Esprit Models KA6e
Title: RE: [RCSE] Esprit Models KA6e I've done business with them on an XL3200 with all the trimmings. No issues. Matt -Original Message- From: Loren Blinde [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, June 01, 2005 12:27 AM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Esprit Models KA6e Does anyone have opinions or experience to share about Esprit Models and/or their KA6e ARF kit? A friend (not on the list) is interested in the plane. Thanks, Loren RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Triton for sale
$100 shipped - like new, in box, only used a little bit by an old lady from Peoria to fly after church on Sundays. Matt
RE: [RCSE] I found a new glue at Toledo and you didn't!
Why keep it a mystery - what is it, and who makes it? Matt From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, May 16, 2005 10:03 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] I found a new glue at Toledo and you didn't! Very pricy indeed at $89.00 per 20 grams of glue in a kit, which includes the various accelerators, primers, and modifiers in a handy plastic tool box. 50 grams (under 2 oz) of glue by itself for $45.00. Special purpose glue to be sure. But it certainly sounds interesting You guys can go back and read my original post I didn't say 'interesting' and being a sailplaner, buying somethiing expensive is an oxy moron. Stand by, it should be in the next issue. That Pasco stuff is just another CA. That's not a 'new' glue. Gordy :-)
RE: [RCSE] Blind Nut Stripped
Title: RE: [RCSE] Blind Nut Stripped I've had similar issues with blind nuts either stripping or not being set at the proper angle. Last case was my Sharon, where the front nut was only 1/2 visible through the wing hole when the center and rear were in. I used a big soldering iron to melt the blind nut right out of the epoxy holding it in. Then, in my case, I enlarged the hole in the right direction and glued it back in. You might try the same to pop out the bad one and replace it. Matt -Original Message- From: Mark Williams [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2005 12:53 PM To: RCSE Subject: [RCSE] Blind Nut Stripped Help, the forward blind nut on my Eraser is stripped. Don't know how that happened, I have been very careful when tightening the screws on the wing. My Shop Theory book tells me that an 8-36 SAE machine screw has a major diameter .010 larger than the diameter of the Metric screws that came with my Eraser. Has anybody had a similar problem and found an easy solution? I am thinking of tapping the blind nut to accept an 8-36 cap screw since the 4.0 metric cap screw does not engage correctly. Mark RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] JR battery connector for 9303
Does anyone have a source for the battery-to-pcboard connector used in the new 9303? I've got an aftermarket Nimh pack, and don't want to cut and solder. TIA, Matt
RE: [RCSE] JR XP9303 vs XP8103 RX channel differences?
Title: RE: [RCSE] JR XP9303 vs XP8103 RX channel differences? Yes, There's a difference in the pinouts - I believe channel 2 is now R ail instead of throttle - check the manual. For your later posts: Program the tip servos as ailerons, the inner ailerons as flaps, and use ail - flap mixing to get them going together. Then use SPOILERS to operate your flaps (mix the 6th channel into spoilers. Matt -Original Message- From: Cameron [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, May 03, 2005 4:08 PM To: RCSE Subject: [RCSE] JR XP9303 vs XP8103 RX channel differences? I recall hearing somewhere that the channels between the JR XP9303 versus XP8103 differ from how you plug the respective servo leads into the receiver. Is this correct? Or do I plug the servo leads into the receiver (e.g. for L R flaps, L R aileron, rudder, and elevator) using the same plug/channel assignments for either transmitter? Is the manual correct with the channel number versus control surface function assignment? Thank you. Cameron Ninham RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] DS368's for sale
I've got 3 new DS368's as part of a radio purchase which I don't currently need (all ships already have servos). $195 shipped - Save $15 and shipping from horizon, more if you live in Illinois. Matt
RE: [RCSE] Ultimate soaring car?
Title: RE: [RCSE] Ultimate soaring car? What do you have against minivans? -Original Message- From: Jim Laurel [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 1:22 PM To: soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Ultimate soaring car? So, the discussion about the suitability of Corvettes for hauling sailplanes got me to thinking more about my next choice of vehicle. It should have the following attributes: 1) Space to haul 2 unlimited planes and a 2 meter plane + winch, toolbox, 1 Optima battery, turnaround, radio cases + at least 1, preferably 2 passengers 2) Fast and comfortable for those long hauls to away contests 3) Reasonable fuel economy (20-21mpg highway minimum) 4) All wheel drive, since here in Washington the passes are often a mess, roads are often wet, and I like to ski after work in the winter. 5) Decent driving dynamics 6) Enough clearance to travel forest service roads to slope sites 7) NOT a minivan Here's my short list: --Volvo XC70 --Audi A6 Avant --Audi S4 Avant (not sure if long enough) --Dodge (Mercedes) short wheelbase Sprinter (no AWD yet, but likely for 2007 model year) --Subaru whatchamacallit wagon I have an old Land Rover 110 that has been a project vehicle for 2 years and is now nearing completion. Size-wise, it's about perfect, but it is slow, lumbering, and eats high octane petrol like there's no tomorrow (curse the DOT and EPA for not getting us decent diesel fuel sooner; I'd love to have a nice 300 Tdi rather than the V8). Plus, the HVAC system is useless - pretty much windows up or down. In the plus column, however, it will get you to any slope site you like and then some. It's also got a rooftop tent, which might be nice for those 2-day contests. Let's hear some suggestions! --Jim Laurel RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] FS - JR radios
I've got a 10x, barely used, that I was planning on using on a giant-scale project that's turned into a 'get up a down payment for a house' project. I doubt it's been in the field more than 2 hours total. Complete with module on 35, charger (if I can find it), manual, and datasafe system. - $600 complete Also, an 8103, module on 18, standard trims, with a new, not-yet-installed 2200mah battery pack - $200. TIA, Matt
[RCSE] Evo vs 9303
I'm seriously considering either an Evo or a 9303 - opinions? I like the idea of the variable 'digi' mixers on the evo, and also like the idea of any function to any channel. The synth/scanner function would be awesome, as would the battery management features. On the down side, I have a feeling that the programming it is a royal pain - pun intended. Mixers being global sounds like a bummer, too. The 9303 seems to have terrific programming, but lacks all these other things. Given that the 9's cost about the same - which is ultimately BETTER Matt
[RCSE] Vtail ball-link removal - best practices? Tools?
I have a couple of ships with removable v-tails, but usually leave them on, as popping off the ball-link connectors is extremely difficult, stressing components. How do you folks do it? Anyone know of a good plier-like tool that gets the job done? Matt
RE: [RCSE] need G-10 for control horns, or suitable substitute
Title: RE: [RCSE] need G-10 for control horns, or suitable substitute You can get the board from radio shack or similar. I HIGHLY recommend getting some pre-cut ones, as cutting that stuff is extremely difficult. Matt -Original Message- From: D Hauch [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2004 7:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [RCSE] need G-10 for control horns, or suitable substitute Hi, I need to make some horns, anyone have or know where I can get this material to make my own ? Thanks, Dave Hauch Mich. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
RE: [RCSE] Antenna Wire
Title: RE: [RCSE] Antenna Wire FMA has some really nice wire in a light gauge, great for antennas. It's 3 separate strands, so just use 1 per. Matt -Original Message- From: Simon Van Leeuwen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, November 19, 2004 5:16 PM To: Mark Williams Cc: RCSE Subject: Re: [RCSE] Antenna Wire I'll assume you mean single lead, and not single conductor. Any multi stranded lead from 26 through 22awg will work fine. Unless your application is on an extremely light aircraft (like a DLG), then multistrand lead is safer, as a failure of one or more strands does not result in reduced range... Quoting Mark Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Does anybody have a good source for receiver antenna wire? I have 3 receivers that I would like to replace the wire on. One was in my Graphite and I extended it to 1/4 wave length outside of the fuselage using one conductor I stripped from some Hitec servo wire. I would prefer to obtain a reasonable quantity of single conductor wire. Thanks, Mark RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Radius Systems Cogito Ergo Zoom RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
RE: [RCSE] Battery food
Title: RE: [RCSE] Battery food I won't use NImH in an airborn pack at all. Fast charging them is too much of an issue. The Sirius Pro, which is rated to charge a 2000 mah pack, is only rated 1000 for NimH! NIcads are easily fast-charged, or even better, buy a second pack and change it out when you're getting low. Matt -Original Message- From: Brian Chan [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, November 08, 2004 2:06 PM To: Brian Smith; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [RCSE] Battery food At 11:56 AM -0600 11/8/04, Brian Smith wrote: Well, Battery Food for thought anyhow... For the convenience of it I had assembled a couple airborne packs from Wal-mart 2200 Nimh batteries..All was well till I crashed my Wonderful Ava-Gea...Two of the cells failed at the same time..They had been charged for a couple months on a Sirius Smart charger..So I blame the cells and not the charger... My friend Jon Stone suggested he does/ I should use nothing but sanyo batteries in my airborne packs..A couple months later, so far so good...My 2 cents about off brand batteries..You pays your money/You takes your chances...Brian Smith Brian, Same here. So far the highest cap AA size Nimh cell I use from Sanyo is 1650mah. I have not seen any highest cap. I don't think anyone can use more that 1650 per day of flying. If you need higher capacity, you should have room for bigger cell. Or if you fly that much per day, recharge. Those 2100, 2300's are great for cameras, shaversetc. If they die, no big deal. I would not put those in anything that I deem important as life support system. Brian -- Brian Chan, An Electric Airplane Junkie @ San Mateo.Ca.USA RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
RE: [RCSE] Battery food
Title: RE: [RCSE] Battery food I've found (on transmitter packs) that the Sirius gives up at around 60% of charge, and that to get a full pack, I have to resort to a timed charge. NOT what I want to deal with when plugging in a set it and forget it charger. As for 40%, I do the same, with twin 1700 nicad packs. I'll actually throw the ship on charge every 4 flights or so, when I'm taking a break. Matt -Original Message- From: Bill Malvey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, November 08, 2004 5:29 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [RCSE] Battery food On 11/8/04 13:35 Lydon, Matthew (NBC Universal) wrote: I won't use NImH in an airborn pack at all. And I wouldn't use anything else, and haven't for several years. That includes everything from hand launch to 40% aerobatic planes with 150cc engines on them. I have found that fast charging is not an issue. NiMH's handle a 1C charge very nicely, provided you are using a good charger like the Sirius. I charge on the way to the field and if I think that I am going to fly the packs flat, well then I just put them on charge between flights. My TD planes with 6 digitals (JR DS368) consume an average of 5 mAh of capacity for every minute of flight. That is an average load of 300 mA. A 2,100 mAh Nimh will last me for 5 hours with a healthy (25%) reserve. If I'm spending more than 5 hours per day in the air I'm flying a bunch. If I even get close to that, I pop the packs on charge between flights and I am good to go whenever. My 40% aerobatic plane with 10 JR8611 digitals has an average load of 2 amps. Two 2700 NiMH (5.4 amp-hour total) give me just over 2 hours of on time. That's about 8 flights. Way more than I do in an average session. If I want to fly more than that I simply pop the packs on my Sirius Quad charger to top off between flights. Easy stuff. ~~~ Bill Malvey RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
[RCSE] How do I subscribe to the Paranoid Government Conspiracy Exchange ?
Title: How do I subscribe to the Paranoid Government Conspiracy Exchange? ;-)
