Category: Tech Tip – Motor

Manta Ray motor mounting

This is the back cover of the alloy mount: Note that there is a rather…

Outrunner motor

An outrunner motor is the most common type of brushless motor found in RC planes.…

Using silicone

Applying silicone spray onto bearings immediately after running on wet track can prevent rust. Bearings…

Is fan a must for BL setup?

Not really. If yours is a 17.5t or 21t, a fan for cooling is nice…

Tamiya Rx540sd motor performance

https://youtu.be/lV1KFAqZA2k?si=aNHtF04LAJhAkbQC In terms of performance it is almost like a modern day 23T. The motor…

The Voltage Question: Is It OK to Run 3S Lipo on a Stock Brushed Motor?

If you hang around the RC hobby long enough, you’ll eventually hear the old wives’…

Techtip: Tamiya Torque tuned brushed motor

Torque-tuned motors are designed to provide increased torque at lower RPMs (revolutions per minute). This…

RCPRESS techtip: when should you stop pushing your silver can with 3S power?

When temperature is very low it is okay to run a stock silver can with…

Pushing a silver can to the limit – 2 x 2S serial connection

See for yourself. Outdoor temp below 0 degree, running 2 X 2S serial connection, stock…