That Lipo Saddle Thing...

[DaveG28]

Due to the way these things go, and the fact we have had other threads discussing the rules themselves, before I start can I suggest we keep this one strictly on topic!? Anyways:

Just wondered if anyone knew yet of any saddle Lipo's out or imminent which fit the BRCA specs?

I might need another battery, and ideally would wait for a BRCA list if I can get through, but at a minimum looking to buy something that fits the specs and is therefore likely to be approved??

I'm talking dimensions/capacity specs etc!

[terry.sc]

Just buying a pack that fits in the dimensions does not mean it will automatically be added to the EB list, just like there are many more nimh cells available that fit the dimensions but aren't on any EB list. The only way to be sure a pack is to wait until the list comes out.

[Northy]

What Terry said.

I don't know of any in the dimensions anyway.

G

[Hairy Spider]

I don't know of any in the dimensions anyway.

Could you tell me what the BRCA LiPo dimensions are please?

Thanks,
Jon.

[Bungleaio]

Length: 139.0mm.
Width: 47.0mm
Height: 23.5mm

This is for stick packs, saddles have to fit within these dimensions when placed end on end.

[mark christopher]

Could you tell me what the BRCA LiPo dimensions are please?

Thanks,
Jon.
too small??;)

Length: 139.0mm.
Width: 47.0mm
Height: 23.5mm

[samd]

I take it that means trackpower 3200 at 71mm long are defo not gonna be on the list then. . . . . . . . .

[blitzboy]

total lenght of two trakpower 3200 is 142mm so what s 2 mm but well have to wait and see won t we

[Col]

Obviously it aint no guarantee, but if it's on the touring car list, then that has to give it a better chance than if it's not...
Hold out as long as you can until the o/r list is announced is the only sure way though!

[Northy]

My advice to anyone is not to buy anything until the list comes out - as there might be some on the TC list that are not legal. ;)

G

[discostu]

the tc list doesn't have any saddle packs unless the rules are ammended im not sure if saddles can meet that critera

[samd]

Ordered some trakpower 3200 a week ago - not arrived yet should i cancel them????? . . . .

[Hairy Spider]

Length: 139.0mm.
Width: 47.0mm
Height: 23.5mm

This is for stick packs, saddles have to fit within these dimensions when placed end on end.

Thank You,
Jon.

[DaveG28]

Just buying a pack that fits in the dimensions does not mean it will automatically be added to the EB list, just like there are many more nimh cells available that fit the dimensions but aren't on any EB list. The only way to be sure a pack is to wait until the list comes out.

What Terry said.

I don't know of any in the dimensions anyway.

G

Obviously it aint no guarantee, but if it's on the touring car list, then that has to give it a better chance than if it's not...
Hold out as long as you can until the o/r list is announced is the only sure way though!

My advice to anyone is not to buy anything until the list comes out - as there might be some on the TC list that are not legal. ;)

G

Read my original post guys, I know meeting the specs doesn't mean it will be on the list, and I said I'd wait ideally, but fact is I'm down to one battery! Next mishap and it'll be a curtailed meeting for me and no more racing till I buy something, surely you agree it's best I try and get something with a chance of making the list if that happens??? :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[DaveG28]

In fact, I am in dire need anyway thinking about it, I run both classes at Worksop (already paid up etc) and wouldn't want to do both on one pack, would have to constntly charge at my chargers max rateage 5A on a 3200 pack, even though TP say its ok I'd rather not, and even then it may not fully recharge in time between runs.

Last winter I got some second hand NIMH to get me through, may do the same but may take a risk (which I know is MY RISK!) on a Lipo that at least fits the specs if they are out there, as I really don't want the hassle of going back to NIMH!!

Anyway, hopefully now you can see why I am asking!!

[Northy]

Dave, have you tried sending your faulty pack back to TrakPower? They have very good customer service ;)

G

[DaveG28]

I will send it back Friday, haven't chance to get to the post before then, and fingers crossed!

[mark christopher]

dave your not the guy at worksop who's lrp charger was peaking the packs at 10 volts?

[DaveG28]

dave your not the guy at worksop who's lrp charger was peaking the packs at 10 volts?

Nope, I use the TP charger and balancer, normally charge at 3A, every now and again at 5A if in a rush (only because the battery info says that's ok!). This problem has occurred during running, probably a duff male connector I hadn't spotted, although can't be sure!

[mark christopher]

whats the fault melted case? if so contact trakpower they will more than lilly replace th case for you

[DaveG28]

I'll take a pic tonight, but what happened is the female connector within the battery has shifted, maybe @halfway out of the correct position, and melted the case as it's moved. If that makes sense!

Be great if they can repair it, saves me buying a replacement!

[mark christopher]

normally a poor male connector, ring or email them im sure they will help you out

[DaveG28]

Managed to pry the connector back into sight and put it on charge on the trakpower charger/balancer for a few seconds.

All seemed ok, presumably it would have failed pretty quick if there was a problem?? Next step if safe would be to try it in a car!

[mark christopher]

very doubtfull it will have fails normally the cause is as above, if you happy to use it you could use a hot glue gun or epoxy glue to re secure the connector. send it back youll be suprized at the customer service trakpower offer!!