Dragbrake, how does it really work?

[Ola]

Maybe i should be in the n00b section for this, but anyway, here goes...

How does dragbrake, really work..? What does it do to the motors, electric-wise..

And, what`s the difference in setting dragbrake to 50% vs 100% (exept the obvious, more brake), will it build heat in ESC/motor? Will it drain more battery?

Sorry for the low level tech Q`s here, but i like to know what i`m doing, and i cant find good info about this subject..

[demonoid369]

It's something the esc does to the motor, it gives a small amount of "power" to the comms on the motor and it holds the rotor in place.
Not technical like others, and I know someone like Holmes will chime in and help, but hopefully it gives you a basic idea of what's happening

[Ola]

Yeah, i got that much, but i want the tech part ;)

I use dragbrake myself today.. I just want to know more whats really happening..

[tj on 37s]

I have also been wondering if turning the hold % down will help keep the heat down.

[losikid]

There's a neat thing called a seach button

How does Drag Brake work? What's the principle?

[Ola]

Originally Posted by losikid

There's a neat thing called a seach button

How does Drag Brake work? What's the principle?

Thanks..!

I did 10 "advanced" searche`s with alot of different words/combo`s, but i think the search engine on this fora has something against me.

[demonoid369]

If anything just p.m Holmes hobby he's in the vendor section and most of the time posting in the electrical section. He can explain the best on what it does

[Charlie-III]

Originally Posted by demonoid369

If anything just p.m Holmes hobby he's in the vendor section and most of the time posting in the electrical section. He can explain the best on what it does

True, but keep in mind there are slight design/operation differences between brands.