Why BRXL, how does it comparing with an AE2?

[ricksonchow]

I am running an AE-2 with a 35T motor with 2S.

So I have seen a lot of good points about BRXL, just want to know if it is worth to get one.

My rig:

7.5lb SCX10
AE-2 (custom made water proof)
10 A CC bec
15KG servo
Pit Bull RB 1.9
CI 2 stage foam
2S battery

As I got my AE-2 water proof (with sealant just like the BRXL) and I have been running my SCX like submarine without any problem.

On the other hand, I only use 70% drag brake so my rig can be decent from a steep slope without locking my wheels so Holmes hold is not a selling point for me.

Any comment on AE-2 and BRXL will be appreciated

[DrDiff952]

Why not a Mamba Max Pro? Then you can go sensors brushless when the desire hits.

[ricksonchow]

Thanks for your comment, I am not sure how does the sensor-ed system work under water. As I know, only sensor-less brushless works under water, but the low speed control is not smooth enough for crawling

[DrDiff952]

I am running a sensored 2800kv MMP in both my 4x4x4 Wraith and my SCX-WRATH. The low end is as good as a brushed.

[ricksonchow]

Yes, I know only sensor-ed will run smooth as a brushed. But do you go under water?

[big daddy smokes]

If you waterproofed your ae2 you can waterproof a mmp/sensored brushless setup. Epoxy and dielectric grease.

[Norton]

Surprised nobody has mentioned it can take from 2s to 6S!

[Ambis]

If you are happy with your current setup, why upgrade?

Do you think about running on 3S (which I think everybody should when using brushed motors in scalers)?

I have 4x BRXL, 1x SV3 and 1x WP AE-2 and while driving I really can't tell any difference between them. Except that I can run my Wraith with 4S. All use TRX Titan 21t motors.

Edit: FYI, Sv3 runs on 3S no problem, and I've also run my AE-2 with CCBEC using 3S with zero problems.

[SoCal Crawlr]

The ae2 is already a high quality esc aside from the fact that it's unable to run 3s without an external bec. The newer scx10s come with the ae5, which is not as high quality. I ordered a brxl just tonight to replace the ae5 , along with their cheaper crawler motor.

For someone in your situation considering you already have an external bec I wouldn't bother with the Holmes esc. I would however look into their motors as I've heard great things


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[ricksonchow]

I wonder how to waterproof a sensored motor.

Norton, yup I am aware of that , however I would like to power my rig with 2S

[ricksonchow]

Originally Posted by Ambis

If you are happy with your current setup, why upgrade?

Do you think about running on 3S (which I think everybody should when using brushed motors in scalers)?

I have 4x BRXL, 1x SV3 and 1x WP AE-2 and while driving I really can't tell any difference between them. Except that I can run my Wraith with 4S. All use TRX Titan 21t motors.

Edit: FYI, Sv3 runs on 3S no problem, and I've also run my AE-2 with CCBEC using 3S with zero problems.

Thanks for your input Ambis, you have the point, I am happy with my AE-2 with 2S, considering it can run 3S with an external ubec which I already have, I don't think HH brxl is necessary for my purpose. BTW, what motor do you run on 3S? For SCX 10.

Thanks!

[ricksonchow]

Originally Posted by SoCal Crawlr

The ae2 is already a high quality esc aside from the fact that it's unable to run 3s without an external bec. The newer scx10s come with the ae5, which is not as high quality. I ordered a brxl just tonight to replace the ae5 , along with their cheaper crawler motor.

For someone in your situation considering you already have an external bec I wouldn't bother with the Holmes esc. I would however look into their motors as I've heard great things


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Yes SoCal Crawlr, the AE-5 which is similar to Hobbywing product is much cheaper than the AE-2 and not tune-able as the AE-2.

Haven't thought about their motor yet. It sounds interesting, please let me know about that!