12-09-2019, 01:45 PM | #481 | |
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What I literally meant was "aparently it was a simple thing..." I have no idea how you came to that conclusion... You can just turn down the throttle matching in the firmware if you don't like it. It takes like 5 minutes. Honestly the main innovative feature of the axe is this throttle control. That's its selling point. I aplaude hobbywing's innovation and bringing new features for us crawlers. Nobody else is doing it. That's like saying I don't like the Hayabusa it's too fast don't buy it. But you come in here bashing it, with out trying it. Probably because you saw some YouTube video of some crazy guy playing with his cones saying he dosen't like it for this reason. There are legitimate reasons not to buy the axe, but you picked one that's not a good reason because it can just be adjusted out by changing one setting in the firmware. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk | |
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12-09-2019, 01:46 PM | #482 |
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I sense some subconsciously covet the Axe, that's why they're here |
12-09-2019, 01:52 PM | #483 | |
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I agree that the HobbyWing approach to throttle management IS innovative, and I applaud them for that, but I also realize that a lot of people, myself included, prefer a different, more traditional feel in our rigs. If that feature can be dialed out in firmware, that's great. I've not heard anybody mention that it was possible to dial it out, so I assumed that buyers were stuck with it. More options for all! | |
12-09-2019, 01:57 PM | #484 |
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No sarcasm. Hobbywing put out some firmware to cover this several months back Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk |
12-09-2019, 03:10 PM | #485 | |
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Nice! How did it improve the feel of the system for you? | |
12-09-2019, 04:41 PM | #486 |
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I've been testing my Capra with the Axe around the house. So far it feels fine? I have yet to get it out on the rocks though. I definitely can get a constant slow speed though, but then again... my finger was trained to do that with brushed setups too. I'll have to test with actual obstacles rather than just my foot though lol! I have to admit... the bluetooth connectivity is pretty sweet. |
12-09-2019, 05:12 PM | #487 | |
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The foot test is my universal test as well I hope Bluetooth connectivity becomes standard on all ESCs soon. The Bluetooth modules are too expensive at around $50. And having to dig out the wire from the receivers, like on most brands, is a PITA. HobbyWing ESCs are typically better because they have a programming part on the ESC rather than using the ESC lead to the receiver. | |
12-09-2019, 05:16 PM | #488 | |
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In the end, I decided on the Mamba X (or, maybe, the Micro X) for the TK, along with a HH PP STD...but, for the TF2, I was really, really leaning towards the AXE F.O.C. System. Now knowing that this can be disabled (if I don't like it) in the firmware is FANTASTIC news, and had helped me make the final decision for the TF2: AXE F.O.C. System. The programming chart you posted...are those the settings for disabling the auto-crawl feature? ~ More peace, love, laughter & kindness would make the world a MUCH better place | |
12-09-2019, 06:17 PM | #489 | |
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| Re: Hobbywing Xerun AXE (Edited because rpm/throttle matching is what the axe does, automatically applying more power to maintain a constant rpm proportional to the throttle input. Throttle control I guess I don't have a solid definition for but inappropriate use here.) It didn't... I bought the axe because I wanted it to be The Axe... Turning down rpm/throttle matching, made it less AXE like... Honestly most of you people are completely missing the point. You buy the axe system if you want rpm/throttle matching, and if you want that, it's the best motor to buy, because guess what, nobody else is doing it. If you don't want rpm/throttle matching, Why are you in this thread, just don't buy the axe, it's really that simple. Quote:
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12-09-2019, 07:38 PM | #490 |
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[QUOTE=Panther6834;5982425]T The programming chart you posted...are those the settings for disabling the auto-crawl feature? Setting #2 - RPM/Throttle Matching is the one. "Low" is no throttle matching at all. Supposed to be more like a brushed motor feel. |
12-09-2019, 08:00 PM | #491 | |
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12-09-2019, 08:18 PM | #492 |
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I pretty much got it just to try it. It's not a bad thing some times if you're trying to film your truck.
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12-09-2019, 08:22 PM | #493 | |
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The principle that the axe adds throttle without your input is the opposite of throttle control, in my opinion, and is one of the main reasons I do not prefer the axe over Castle. Yes, it will keep you going over obstacles without having to move a finger but a lot of us want to actually move that finger when it is needed instead of having the ESC do it for you. With that being said, I’ve had the Axe system before and it isn’t as dramatic of a change that one would think from reading the forums. I didn’t feel like I was at risk of getting in a bind and breaking something, but you could tell the system was working more on its own versus an alternative and that feeling of less control partly turned me off of the axe. The biggest reason I moved on from the axe is the point that started this reply, throttle control. IMO the throttle control of a properly tuned mamba x and a decent brushless motor (brushless for apples to apples) is unmatched by the axe. Not being able to set the throttle curve at the esc is a deal breaker for me. I hope it’s a feature HW brings to the Axe one day, given the way their system works I’m not sure how functional it would be with current features, but I’d give it another shot. Aside from that, the ability to plug just about any motor into the mamba x, whether it’s brushed or brushless, for speed or for crawling, and to know you’re going to get the some of the best performance out of that motor possible, that’s pretty nice if you ask me. I’m not saying the Axe is a bad system. The drag brake is excellent, it was quiet and smooth, and easy to program. But when it comes to throttle control, it just isn’t better than a mamba x. Last edited by Topher Builds; 12-09-2019 at 08:24 PM. | |
12-10-2019, 12:28 AM | #494 |
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My bad in that last post I meant rpm/throttle matching, instead of throttle control. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk |
12-11-2019, 02:00 AM | #495 | |
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Is the AXE motor slotless or slotted? That is, does it rotate smoothly when unpowered or not? I can't stand the chattering sound of a slotted motor coasting at high speed, though admittedly that's not something that really happens with rock crawlers. Last edited by fyrstormer; 12-11-2019 at 02:18 AM. | |
12-11-2019, 02:18 AM | #496 | |
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12-11-2019, 02:23 AM | #497 | |
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For me, the benefits for bluetooth are when for some reason you want to change some esc settings, but you have your esc tucked away in a hard to reach place like inside the cage of a Capra. Connect via bluetooth, adjust settings.. done! | |
12-11-2019, 06:49 AM | #498 | |
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12-11-2019, 08:40 AM | #499 | |
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Yep, that’s what you need if you want to adjust the Yeti..... rx is buried in the belly, you don’t want to open that teeny little door. I dropped that in, ran up top by the servo , easy to adjust now! Hang up and Drive | |
12-11-2019, 08:53 AM | #500 | |
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