New servo but i have a question

[alexis.jones]

I have just purchased a Hitec HS-7955TG for my Ax10 and i was wondering if i will have to instal a BEC? If so which one will i need and how easy is it to instal
Thank you

[Robotboy]

Always better to run BEC. Very easy to install.
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXSWL3&P=ML

[Dasher]

Alexis
The CC BEC is one of the few specialist things that you can actually buy in the UK and not pay the earth for it.
Roundabout often have them for around £20
http://www.roundabouttoys.com/store/...ations-CC-BEC/
David

[alexis.jones]

Originally Posted by Dasher

Alexis
The CC BEC is one of the few specialist things that you can actually buy in the UK and not pay the earth for it.
Roundabout often have them for around £20
http://www.roundabouttoys.com/store/...ations-CC-BEC/
David

Thank you very much

[alexis.jones]

I cant get hold of the CC BEC but will this be ok instead
http://www.cmldistribution.co.uk/cml...lleryImage=1#G

[Duuuuuuuude]

Originally Posted by alexis.jones

I cant get hold of the CC BEC but will this be ok instead
http://www.cmldistribution.co.uk/cml...lleryImage=1#G

Not really. Thats about the same as the one that is built into the esc's. The CC bec is rated for more than 3 times that amperage.

[alexis.jones]

I cant seem to find anyone in the uk that has any

[02tac]

You could run ti without a BEC and see what you think, you can always add a BEC later if you feel the servo needs a dedicated power supply.

[Duuuuuuuude]

Originally Posted by 02tac

You could run ti without a BEC and see what you think, you can always add a BEC later if you feel the servo needs a dedicated power supply.

It won't hurt anything doing it that way, but everyone eventually comes to the realization that they need one. We ask a lot of our servos so they need to be powered properly.

[02tac]

Originally Posted by Duuuuuuuude

It won't hurt anything doing it that way, but everyone eventually comes to the realization that they need one. We ask a lot of our servos so they need to be powered properly.

I disagrees that "everyone" decides they need one. It all depends on what you are doing. My crawlers are strictly for play and I do not seem to have any issues running without a BEC. Alexis may find the same holds true or might decide to add a BEC. All I am saying is that it is not mandatory in all cases.

[Duuuuuuuude]

True, there are some casual crawlers that don't need their rigs to turn when then want them to, or don't put them in the position of needing every ounce of power, but a great percentage of us do.

[alexis.jones]

Well the servo should be with me on Wednesday so i will fit it and run it without then see how it gets on. Will change the servo arm tho

[02tac]

Originally Posted by Duuuuuuuude

True, there are some casual crawlers that don't need their rigs to turn when then want them to, or don't put them in the position of needing every ounce of power, but a great percentage of us do.

Haven't had any problem with wheels not steering when I want them to. I have to wonder what the ratio of comp crawlers to those who just are out to enjoy our crawlers is? Probably, like most other forms of RC, the non-comp out number the comp.

I agree that a BEC or any other piece of "upgrade" can be benefical in teh comp arena and can't hurt in the non comp segment, but the question arises; "Yes, it is an improvement, but is is really an improvement that is worth the cost for me?" - I know the bec is pretty low cost - The follow on problem is that very few folks, here and on other sites, grasp the fact that most people actually do not need the latest widget to simply enjoy the RC hobby. I guess it bothers me because I have lost track of the number of times, over the years, I have heard a variation of "..but everyone eventually comes to the realization that they need one" no matter what that "one" item maybe.

[Dasher]

Alexis
Try mailing Horizon Hobby direct - they're UK distributors and should be able to tell you which stores have stock.

[Duuuuuuuude]

Originally Posted by 02tac

Haven't had any problem with wheels not steering when I want them to. I have to wonder what the ratio of comp crawlers to those who just are out to enjoy our crawlers is? Probably, like most other forms of RC, the non-comp out number the comp.

I agree that a BEC or any other piece of "upgrade" can be benefical in teh comp arena and can't hurt in the non comp segment, but the question arises; "Yes, it is an improvement, but is is really an improvement that is worth the cost for me?" - I know the bec is pretty low cost - The follow on problem is that very few folks, here and on other sites, grasp the fact that most people actually do not need the latest widget to simply enjoy the RC hobby. I guess it bothers me because I have lost track of the number of times, over the years, I have heard a variation of "..but everyone eventually comes to the realization that they need one" no matter what that "one" item maybe.

BEC's are not "the latest widget", they've been out for quite a while, and have become an essential part for crawlers.

If you aren't having trouble steering, then you aren't pushing your rig very hard.

It would be interesting to see how many do and do not use bec's, and how many are casual crawlers vs comp crawlers. Guess its time to start a poll.

[Duuuuuuuude]

Here ya go. Cast your vote and let the cards fall as they may.

Poll ~ To use a BEC or NOT to use a BEC?

[02tac]

Mine is not as specific as yours

POLL - comp or causal crawler

[alexis.jones]

Oooops what have i started lol

[alexis.jones]

Oh and does anyone know what size servo horn i will need to fit with the hitec
Thank you

[Dasher]

Originally Posted by Duuuuuuuude

BEC's are not "the latest widget", they've been out for quite a while, and have become an essential part for crawlers.

If you aren't having trouble steering, then you aren't pushing your rig very hard.

I didn't say that I wasn't using a BEC Dude - just not a separate one. I think that I'm lucky at the moment - the servo/motor combo isn't a killier drain and therefore no, I'm not pushing it like a hand wound 35T and a big torque Hitec would allow.

Today, I don't require a separate BEC - tomorrow's a different story!