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HobbyKing Brushless Car ESC 30A w/ Reverse

HobbyKing Brushless Car ESC 30A w/ Reverse
HobbyKing Brushless Car ESC 30A w/ Reverse


A standard car esc. providing forward and reverse with a large range of motor compatability for up to 240,000RPM motors. 

Features:
Full protection feature including low voltage, over-heat, throttle signal lost, startup
protection and self-check.
Compatible with sensorless brushless motor.
Excellent startup performance, linear and quick throttle response.
Supports highest motor speed 240,000RPM(2 poles), 80,000RPM(6 poles) and 40,000(12 poles).
Easy to configure with program card.
System can automatically detect throttle neutral point, and neutral range is adjustable.
Three work modes for different environments.
4 step reverse force adjustment
5 step start force adjustment.
3 step brake force adjustment
5 step drag brake force adjustment,
4 step initial brake force adjustment.
 
Specification:
Input voltage: 2-3S Lithium batteries / 4~9 Ni-xx
Cont. Current: 30A
BEC output: 2A /5V (Linear)
Size( length X width X high): 45x32x20mm
Weight: 51g
 


PRODUCT ID: HK-30A

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Total of 82 discussions.
rcflyr8632  7 points - 5/10/2013
 
what brushless motor should i use with this. i want to run it in a 1/18 monster truck
Zsolt  1 points - 5/7/2013
 
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Zsolt  1 points - 5/7/2013
 
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Zsolt  1 points - 5/7/2013
 
Thanks for your reply. I`d like to use it(s) for this composition (2 esc 2 motor), like this: http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=aADN7iCx9E4&fe
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it possible? And what`s the correct size, because the 45 amp esc is the same. Must fit in a 30mm tube. Sorry for my english. Thanks in advance.
Zsolt  1 points - 5/3/2013
 
Is it good for this motor:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/_
_21970__Hobbyking_Donkey_ST380L_3000kv_Brushless_Inr
unner_Car_Motor_15T_.html
 michael 14 points
Yes this esc sill work just fine for that motor. Motor only draws 14 amps max. I use this esc with a donkey 6700kv motor and it works great. 1/18 ecx smash(losi mini-t). May want to jump up motor kv if your running it in a small 2wd as my car does wheelies at 35mph still..lol
wesley  2 points - 3/15/2013
 
sim tem capuete pa tal pode crer
Owen  2 points - 3/10/2013
 
can this be used in a 2wd slash.
 Tranzistor 9 points
In general, yes, but you will run at 10 miles/h speed only. Because the motors for short-cource has a power 45-60A and peak load up to 90A. So the Slash is too big for this ESC, and 30A is too low for Slash. Simply choose the Tracstar 60A V2 for short-cource application. It will be the best solution.
 meeki 292 points
Running this ESC will not mean running at 10mph, running this ESC will mean ...heat, fizz, bang ,smoke....! If you use an under rated ESC you will blow it up. But Tranzistor is right in suggesting a higher rated ESC.
guilherme  2 points - 3/10/2013
 
who can help me ? the esc go so good with 2S , when i try use 3S the esc cut the throtle on the first full press... why !? please...i just buy this because suports 3 s for my litle motor...
 Tranzistor 9 points
full trottle means peak load. It can be simply the motor peak load is higher the ESC peak load. The other issue can be from the LiPo status - if it has a problematic cell - it will be cutted off by ESC for low voltage (below 3V).
 meeki 292 points
by default it should be set to auto detect the number of cells but for some reason it might be set for a 2s pack. If you can, check to see what your ESC is set to. Is your lipo in good condition? as Tranzistor pointed out, if your lipo cannot handle the load put on it by the motor it's voltage will drop below the 9 volt cut off point causing the ESC to go into protection mode and thus cut the throttle.
 meeki 292 points
Actually it cant be set for a 2s pack because that wouldn't stop it from working....long day, brains not working..... I would check you 3s pack... What motor are you using with this ESC?
anikeev  613 points - 2/23/2013
 
Can I change it's settings without programming board using only TX?
veckoff  1 points - 2/23/2013
 
what if the best programing card for HobbyKing Brushless Car ESC 30A w/ Reverse
Justin  5 points - 2/20/2013
 
Is this meant for 1/10 scale cars?
 Tranzistor 9 points
Yes, but only buggy and on-road with suitable low power motors. The better application of this ESC is for 1/12 1/16 and 1/18 scales.
ben  5 points - 2/6/2013
 
if you dont go overkill, then yes. I wouldnt try 3s lipo with this ESC in a rustler, but 2s lipo or 8.4v nimh shouldnt be a problem. You can always add a fan to the esc if temps become an issue. Ive used 35amp ESCs in rustlers and other simillar sized models without issue.
Shantrell  3 points - 2/3/2013
 
would this esc work in a rustler
 haza117 2 points
sure it would, you might want to see the sorta power your gunna be aiming to put through it but yea it would be fine!
Team Ash  5 points - 1/28/2013
 
Can anyone email me a manual for this esc please?
 CPCP. 5 points
www.link is not the best manual.... Make sure u follow the step..
 Team Ash 5 points
The link is not coming up.
 CPCP. 5 points
U just need to click 'files' section on the right side. I hv this esc for a litte while, just hook it up lately. It is pretty good with a 2445 motor.
Simon  7 points - 1/26/2013
 
Both red and green LEDs are flashing. I'm using a 3s so I'm pretty sure the voltage isn't over and I was trying to use it on the first run of the day so it isn't overheated. This esc is less than a month old so...help? I have absolutely no clue what to do.
 guilherme 2 points
I have the same problem ,when I press full throtle the esc cut ! why ???
eeeon  22 points - 1/16/2013
 
Anybody used this esc in the 1/18th cart sold here, is it to large? Ian
 haza117 2 points
That depends,its very small and very light, but just measure up your area and compare the stats to it!
Ebiker  160 points - 12/26/2012
 
This a good ESC but needs a fan when drawing a lot. I can't find any ESC fans. HK sells them or not?
 AnythingRC89 26 points
Not that I've found Although.. a simple 30mm*30mm fan will suffice connected to the bec via a servo connector. *******compare,ebay,com,au/ like /320933606378?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes
Rizal  2 points - 12/6/2012
 
Can i program this esc with hobbywing lcd program card? cos i had that prog card one.
 Orsini 1 points
yes, i have programmed with my hobbyking program card they write only to 60A but i have do on all my ESC included my 30A,this is my program card : www.link
Mike  2 points - 12/6/2012
 
This is the setup that i was thinking of going with. Would this be a goodcombo. Its going into a traxxas stampede. Thanks

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 Mike 2 points
Anyone with some help.

Please
 Gerry01 2904 points
With a similar motor, a friend fried a HK 35A ESC, in an hour. Besides, this is a sensoreless ESC and the suggested motor is sensored (a better choice for cars). You should use a bigger sensored ESC like "Hobbyking X-Car 45A Brushless Car ESC (sensored/sensorless)". My friend started to use them in 2 1/10 cars, no problems at all!
nigel  37 points - 12/5/2012
 
I want to set battery to nimh but on option 5 battery the option for nimh in manual says choose setting 6 but it only goes up to 4???? so I cant choose nimh and this is the ONLY reason I bought this esc to replace the beetle esc which also does not let you choose nimh!!!! AARRRHH! I have set lvc to 2.5v but that is not low enough for my lifepo4 packs. Can anyone help?
Ron  2 points - 12/2/2012
 
Will this esc support brushed motors if not could you recommend an esc that will support both brushed and brushless motors.
 AnthonyLong 102 points
Official answer NO. There are no car ESC sold in HK that states brushed/brushless. However, I was told that most brushless ESC can run a brushed motor. Since there are 3 wires for brushless motor and only 2 for brushed motor, pick any 2 of the 3 until you find the correct 2.
 Gerry01 2904 points
Sorry, that won't work because brushless ESC use the 3rd wire as a sensor while current is going in 1st and 2nd wires. You can use "Turnigy 30A BRUSHED ESC" for brushed motors.
Humberto  1 points - 12/2/2012
 
Hello I wonder if ESC is compatible with 13T engines, using 2S lipos
 jacombe 64 points
yes that will be fine
Alexander  1 points - 11/28/2012
 
very good control. order a second time. using the motor 3900kv. I put on the regulator not to Cooling basked much. satisfied with the product.
Oldsirhippy  1 points - 11/22/2012
 
Hi, I am confused on the max voltage specification - is it 13V, 3S or 9 Ni-xx? I want to run it off a 12 V battery - will this be OK? Many thanks
 tramsgar 235 points
Yes. 3S lipo is ~12.4V when fully charged.
 AnthonyLong 102 points
If the manufacturer is sure that this ESC can take 12V battery, then the specs will read as 10 cells Ni-XX and not 9. Coz a fully charged 9 Ni-xx is 13.5V but a fully charged 12V battery (10 Ni-xx) can be as much as 15V or a 12V Pb battery is 14.8V fully charged. So you could be taking a chance.
Ebiker  160 points - 11/20/2012
 
Anyone got problems with this ESC sometimes not remembering the throttle range and wont run untill it's reset again?
 victor 10 points
Its better to just get the programming card then to have to deal with the esc forgetting its settings
 DesertRose 8 points
i have prog card and i set all things , and when i restart esc it forget reverse and throtle range , please let me know what is best setting for me to keep saved all config
 Ebiker 160 points
The ESC sometimes simply looses it's settings. It don't matter what you use to program it with. So I was asking if this is a common problem with this ESC.
 DesertRose 8 points
hi i have Hobby King Programming Card you will see in related items, another issue esc has good option when u program but when you run car doesn't take break
DesertRose  8 points - 11/18/2012
 
hi all genius can i use this esc with 2040 Brushless Inrunner Motor 4800kv ????????????
 tramsgar 235 points
Probably. What is the specs of the motor? Amps and voltage? If the motor is available here at HK, pls specify part#.
 DesertRose 8 points
2040 Brushless Inrunner Motor 4800kv Specification: Dimensions: 20mm x 40mm Max Amps: 20A Resistance: 0.0399 KV: 4800 No load current: 1.4A Max Power: 220W Li-Po: 2-3S ESC: 25A PRODUCT ID: 259000001
 tramsgar 235 points
Yes, this ESC will be a good match for that motor.
 DesertRose 8 points
can i use 3 cell with it ? thanks so much
 tramsgar 235 points
Yes, both the motor and the ESC can handle a 3S lipo within their specs. Your car must handle it also, though =).
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 DesertRose 8 points
thanks
 tramsgar 235 points
NP. Oh and I forgot, on 3S you may need to add cooling to your motor. Remember to check the temp.
 DesertRose 8 points
yes sir i already made order for motor heat sink thanks
dkero  5 points - 9/25/2012
 
I have two of these in a robot, but one is acting funking. Both worked fine in the bench test, but once installed into the robot one refuses to work. I'm using a 3-cell battery and the good speedo will count three beeps on start up, but the bad controller only counts one beep. When only using one controller its BEC doesn't power the reciever and I need both speedos connected to power the receiver. When driving the bad speedo seems to cog, and if it does turn over it is at a much reduced speedo compared to the second speedo/motor. It feels like the speedo is getting less then 5V while the other speedo gets 11.1V. How can this be? And don't say its my wiring because I'm using HobbyKing QuadRotor distrubush connectors.
 HMPirates 6 points
Run them separately and check. Alternate the motors too. If all else fail reset the programming of the faulty esc.
catorish  17 points - 9/8/2012
 
hi..having problems calibrating this to my radio,rings two times on full forward and two times on backvards,then the startup tones rings as they should,but no power to the motor.both red and green led flashes..steering works..help..
 Luciano 1 points
Once you calibrate turn off the esc and set yor thr to middle position then turn on the esc wait for set up tones and there it works
George  1 points - 8/13/2012
 
does anyone know how low on turns this esc can do? i wanted to use this with a 11.5 turn 3350 kv motor. and do i have to use a programming card? im new to brushless so yeah sorry
 ACACIO SERGIO 6 points
ESC muito bom, meu monster beatle ganho muito mais força na arrancada, e a velocidade final nem se fala. e pra melhorar isso ainda mais ja encomendei uma engrenagem pinhao de 17t só quero ver como vai fikar.
 aliasdave 17 points
I use mine in a 1/10 short course with a 3300kv. it gets a little warm but does great.keep the gearing low.the program card is not required, but is highly recommended.
 George 1 points
hmmm... ok thanks
 LAKELANDS RC 28 points
I run mine in SCT with 4000kv on 2s. It got warm so i put a fan on it now no probs.Default setting is good anyway.When you get confident buy a card and have a play. It's the only way to learn.
 citizen01293 6 points
i would not go below a 10.5 motor with this esc as previously mentioned gearing of your car is important regardless of esc/motor get it right for your combination & driving style and you can get away with most things
Uwe12  1 points - 8/2/2012
 
which progcard is used for this ESC??
 Ninjatech 3649 points
You can check on the "Related Products" tab above , it is the "Hobby King Programming Card for Car ESC" that is used for this ESC .
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Nice esc.

I bought it to use in my evader EXT, the first time i was running the esc turned off alone, but now its working okay! i dont know what heppened.
Gets hot but have great power!
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Installed this to Mini inferno ST with 3800kv inrunner and 12T pinion. Now the little machine zooms from one place to another. Reverse is a bit slower, but that feature is programmab.e Very fast startup and quick response time.


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The Speed control is very good... the heat sink is made of good quality material... the reverse throtle is a very good option... i am really impressed by this speed control...


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