Modern vs old brushless ESC

[Rob]

I've got one of these LRP Sphere Competition ESC sitting on the side not been used for about 7 years, how does it compare to modern ESC's? Much difference? Would it be ok in 2WD with modern 13.5-8.5 motors?

http://www.lrp.cc/en/products/electronic-speed-controls/brushless-brushed-forwardbrake/produkt/lrp-sphere-competition-brushless-brushed/details/

[Crazy L]

I should think so. If in doubt, ask yourself the following: Am I fighting for a national championship? Am I sponsored? Am I practicing every or every other day down the track?

If the answers are predominantly "no", then you sir are a club guy and it won't matter a sausage because it's for fun.

Plus, it's free, as you've already bought it. So no expense.

[Ashlandchris]

I also have an lrp sphere which I use as a spare ESC and is currently in my "indoor" car. I can tell no difference between it and my other modern ESC, however, I find it harder to programme as the flashing lights don't seem to relate to what the instructions say they should, however this is a set up issue, not a usability issue.

[Aire valley]

I agree.....the Sphere is a good solid esc...quite smooth and reliable... I have one in my B4.1 and it seems very little different to the Flow works team in my B5m... You've got it so use it..!:)

[Rob]

Yes I'm just a standard club driver and don't need top performance, just wondered if modern lipo's and motors were still ok with it, looks like answer is yes so that's great.

[Ashlandchris]

Absolutely, I'm told it is fine down to a 5.5 turn

Only thing I was never sure of was whether it had a lipo cut off - I have had mixed responses to the question, but probably better to not run til flat just in case

[Col]

The sphere TC is/was awesome. I'd still be using mine if it worked...
Some other ESC's of the day... couldn't pay me to put one near a buggy.