Is this new???

[Meniscus]

I came across this SeaKing 60A BL ESC (http://www.rcuniverse.com/magazine/newproduct.cfm?product_id=3497). It looks like it is an updated version, but I'm not sure if this is new.

8992

Updates would include:


A more realistic max amp rating than previous.
Supports 6s vice 4s lipo

Check it out and share what your thoughts are.

[Meniscus]

More Info:

Specifications
ESC Model: SeaKing-60A
Dimensions: 94mm x 33mm x 18mm
Continuous Current: 60A
Burst Current (10s): 120A
BEC Ouput: 6V/3A
Working Battery Types: 6 - 18 Cells (NiMh or Nicd) / 2 - 6 Cells (Li-Po)
Working Voltage: 7.2 - 21.6V (NiMh or Nicd) / 7.4 - 22.2V (Li-Po)
Water Cooling Pipe Diameter: 5mm
Recommend Model: RC Model Ship

Features


Specially designed for RC boat, with excellent start-up, acceleration and linearity features.
Use top quality electronic components to enhance the current endurance ability of the ESC.
With water cooling system and the whole ESC is waterproof to get a longer life.
2 running modes "Forward Only" mode and "Forward/Backward" mode for various of boat.
Multiple protection features: Low voltage cut-off protection for lithium or nickel battery / Over-heat protection / Throttle signal loss protection.
8 steps of timing adjustment, compatible with all kinds of brushless motor

[Ub Hauled]

That does look like an updated version... this is what I had bookmarked:
http://www.hobbywing.com/upload/boat/SeaKing-35A-B.jpg

Different specs though...

[Meniscus]

Yes, they have another 60A version that looks like that. This is why I'm "seeking" clarity. LOL

[ReddyWatts]

Boats and part sales must be on the rise. There sure is a lot of the new equipment being introduced into FE.

[Meniscus]

I think your buying it all, regardless of what you say!

[Mel279]

I've bought this from ebay and haven't test it yet.
http://www.rcsmart.com/ebay/hobbywingseaking180aesc01.jpg

Specifications
ESC Model SeaKing-180A
Dimensions 72mm x 68mm x 34mm
Continuous Current 180A
Burst Current (10s) 360A
BEC Ouput 5.8V/3A
Working Battery Types 6 - 18 Cells (NiMh or Nicd)
2 - 6 Cells (Li-Po)
Working Voltage 7.2 - 21.6V (NiMh or Nicd)
7.4 - 22.2V (Li-Po)
Water Cooling Pipe Diameter 5mm
Recommend Model RC Model Ship

[Ub Hauled]

CAn you hook us up with a link for it?
I knew they were coming out with higher amps stuff, but was not aware it was out yet.

[calcagno45]

I thought I remember this one being posted somewheres before. They said it was great up to 4s, and wasn't really suggested for more than 4s...

or maybe my memory is bad...

[JimClark]

right here
http://www.himodel.com/sort.php?sub2=GF

[Mel279]

CAn you hook us up with a link for it?
I knew they were coming out with higher amps stuff, but was not aware it was out yet.

here's the link from ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/SEAKING-Electronic-Speed-Controller-180A-ESC-For-Boat_W0QQitemZ170299695071QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRadio _Control_Vehicles?hash=item170299695071&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A13 18|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

[Ub Hauled]

here's the link from ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/SEAKING-Electronic-Speed-Controller-180A-ESC-For-Boat_W0QQitemZ170299695071QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRadio _Control_Vehicles?hash=item170299695071&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A13 18|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

Do they come with manuals?

[Mel279]

Do they come with manuals?

Yeah they should, it's easy to program, much easier than Himodel.:cool:

[Ub Hauled]

Keep us posted about performance please... I am interested...
thank you

[Meniscus]

Jim, I don't know if I'm missing it, but I don't see this one on that site.

Yes Mel, keep us updated on how it works!!!

[Meniscus]

Yes Mel, keep us updated on how it works!!!

Mel, have you tried this yet? Let us know!

[Mel279]

Mel, have you tried this yet? Let us know!

Not yet, waiting for my mean machine to arrive and I'll install it in that boat, I'll let u guys know how it goes

[Meniscus]

Cool! :thumbup:

[Mel279]

my mean machine haven't arrive yet so I've decide to test on my drifter s instead, my first run with the 180A esc, the boat goes slow, so I've decide to set the cutoff at 2.8v/cell as the default is set at 3.2v/cell. The boat goes pretty fast after that setup, the problem is from the battery, as new battery will not have issue on this as from what I've previously tested on the 60a esc before. So if u decide to use this esc, and your boat goes not as expected, just set the cutoff to 2.8v/cell. For the 180a it has built in superBEC 5.8A/3A, and I don't think it need an external BEC. I like the caps, it uses three 1000uf 35v caps. Which is good for the ripple current.