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The Castle Sidewinder 8th 1/8 Scale Sensorless Brushless ESC is an 1:8 scale sport level ESC that is perfect for entry level weekend bashers, or serious road warriors seeking the benefits of an affordable brushless upgrade. Capable of 2-6S LiPo operation with an 8 amp peak BEC, the Sidewinder 8th is the perfect upgrade for 1:8 scale buggies, truggies and other vehicles weighing up to 11 lbs that need more power. It is also a great upgrade for some 4WD short course trucks running on 3S or 4S.

Features:

• 2s - 6s LiPo (25.2V) use in vehicles up 11.lbs. with battery, ready-to-run.
• Sensorless motor operation.
• Large 6.5mm female motor bullet connectors (male connectors sold separately)
• Waterproof design ESC and splash resistant 30MM fan
• Powerful 5.5 volts fixed, 8 amps Peak BEC
• LED error codes for common error conditions
• Smooth sensorless startups
• Convenient transmitter programming for nine common adjustable settings
• Full compatible with the Castle Link Programming Suite to modify settings and download software updates available via Windows-based Castle Link software and USB adapter (purchased separately), Field Link Card (sold separately), or the Castle Link iOS App and a B-Link Bluetooth Adapter. (sold separately)

Specifications:

• Input Voltage Range: MIN: 2S LiPo - MAX: 6S LiPo (25.2V)
• BEC Specifications: 5.5V fixed, 8A peak
• Operating Environment: Waterproof* design allows for use in nearly any environment.
• Brake: Proportional
• Reversible: Yes, but may be disabled for racing.
• On/Off Switch: No
• Cooling Fan: Yes, factory equipped (30mm), fully removable** (see Product Use Statements below)
• Length: 2.45' (62.2mm)
• Width: 2.20' (56.0mm)
• Height: 1.33' (34.0mm)
• Weight (with no battery connector): 3.52 oz. (100g)
• Connectors: 6.5mm female bullets for motor connection.
• Items Needed for Operation: Battery Connector required, 6.5mm Castle Connectors are recommended.
• Application Guidelines: Intended for up to 6S (25.2 Volt) operation in vehicles weighing less than 11 lbs, with batteries, ready-to-run.
• Recommended Motors: Castle 15xx series motors, 1415-2400kv (Bullet connector change from 4mm to 6.5mm required)
• Max. Recommended Vehicle Weight: Up to 11 lbs, with batteries, ready-to-run with batteries
• Programmability: Fully programmable Castle feature set using Castle Link USB adapter (purchased separately) and freely downloadable Castle Link Windows software, a Field Programmer (sold separately) or the Castle Link iOS App and a B-Link Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately).