Model Boat Mayhem
Technical, Techniques, Hints, and Tips => DC Motors (Brushed) and Speed Controllers => Topic started by: rnli12 on August 18, 2017, 01:55:19 pm
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Hi,
Just wondered if anyone has used one these in a boat as I have been given two but it doesn't seem to set up for reverse.
320A Brushed Brush Speed Controller ESC RC Car Truck Boat Reverse 1/8 1/10 UK
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/262174848444
Rich
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Yes, I got one a while ago. 320 amps is nonsense. 20 is more like it, it would glow like a fire with 320 continuous. The instructions on the eBay page are broadly correct so if it isn't reversing when you follow them something is wrong. There is a lag when using it. Try forwards, neutral, wait a moment then reverse. It was set up for a car.
I put mine in a drawer somewhere and I've bought viper units ever since, it was a horrid little thing, laggy, poor response and just nasty to use. My models take 6 months to a year to make, I don't risk them with dodgy electronics.
Good luck.
Chas
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I've used loads of these - I'll mirror what's above - 320A is a joke.
I have also found that a slight delay from going from forwards to reverse is needed - if you move the stick too fast, it just goes into stop.
That might be a braking mode when used on a model car.
I've used them with Speed 400 or RS385 motors with no problems whatsoever..
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Thanks for your replies, I am not getting into reverse at all with either even doing it slowly, no green light just red.
Regards,
Rich
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Are you turning it on with the control stick in the centre? Mine play a little tune when switched on correctly and then work properly forwards and backwards.
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Cheers guys cracked it :}