Help

[jk20041958]

I need help with my first electric build so I can use all input because I know nothing about electrics, I bought a Aquastar motor and speed controller from a guy in my club. It seems to be a big motor with a 8mm shaft the kv are 730/1280 depending on your set up, and the speed controller is 180A. My problem is there is no paperwork or wires with the motor so here is where I need all the help

batteries HOW MANY CELLS AND WHAT TYPE AND ETC
WIRES SIZE AND TYPE
INFO of any and all help would be apprieciated

[Tamelesstgr]

What type of hull are you looking to build?

[Doby]

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...ess_Motor.html

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...r_Cooling.html

I assume these are what you have.

[jk20041958]

a large rigger

[jk20041958]

yes those are what I have

[Doby]

So you are limited to 6S with your ESC, the motor will have to be connected in the 1280 configuration to get the RPMs you will need. How big is the rigger?

[jk20041958]

50 inch 10lbs so a larger sc we than could increase bat cells

[grsboats]

A 50" rigger for a very first Fe boat will be a big challenge.....I can say this as I only run riggers.Yes your motor will have to be configured to 1280 on 10-12S to be consistent and be prepared to see Amps going to the roof so a T180 isn't enough.What kind of rigger...scratch? Gill

[grsboats]

For batts you can't go wrong with Revolectrics,esc I would suggest a SF 240 or even a SF 300,wires in this case are 8AWG,a capbank is recommended to be on the safe side,collet MUST be from MBP(you can get it here at OSE) and 1/4" flexshaft just to get started.

[jk20041958]

yes it is a scratch built rigger not conventional rigger, I would really like a place to order the rite stuff does any one have a place where you can call on a phone and go through all this, does anyone have such a place. I hate buying over a computer without know what I am buying,

[Jamey]

A 50" rigger for a very first Fe boat will be a big challenge.....I can say this as I only run riggers.Yes your motor will have to be configured to 1280 on 10-12S to be consistent and be prepared to see Amps going to the roof so a T180 isn't enough.What kind of rigger...scratch? Gill

So you typically run 50,000+ rpm in your riggers? that is screaming! Just the sound from that has got to be a hoot

[grsboats]

My saw riggers run in this range of rpm's but my oval ones in the mid 30k.JK20041958 you can get a hold to Steve here at OSE store...he has everything you need to complete your project.Gill

[Doby]

My saw riggers run in this range of rpm's but my oval ones in the mid 30k.JK20041958 you can get a hold to Steve here at OSE store...he has everything you need to complete your project.Gill

So you might want to clarify your previous statement as to running 1280kv on 10-12S.

[jk20041958]

ok so far I have to run 6s batteries with what I have at 1280kv
so can someone tell me what bat to buy part# would be very helpful
wire size anyone have any paperwork for anything thanks jim

[grsboats]

Revolectric is what I'm using now with great results with 6mm connectors.Ok if you want to run 6S you will be ok but my rigger equipped with similar motor a Proteus is running flawlessly on 10S its 6 laps turning a 55mm propellor....esc is a SF 300 A....it all depends on the efficience of your hull.Gill