Receiver powering leds, maximum safe number of leds that can be plugged into one sock

[Mr_Wolf_Is_Innocent]

Apologies if this is answered elsewhere, but I failed to find it.

Now if the receiver in my enduro can power a 25kg servo, I am making the assumption I can run 2 led light bars from one socket. On searching servo splitter cables they range from 2 to 8, now I am not stupid enough to expect a receiver (rtr version) to handle 2 or 3 servos, but I would think they might power 2 light bars, and maybe, the standard supplied headlights.

So does anyone know? Or should I just get a mini 7.4v LiPo to power all the leds? I am as confused by RC electrics as I am a cars, household is fine, so in my language, how many leds can I run on a multipoint extension lead before I should use another socket?

Hope this all makes sense, and I am aware that there are variables on this, I am just looking for general guidance and advice.


Element Sendero 1/10. Crawler/Trailer.
Scx24 crc. Crawler 1/24.
Wltoys a212. Shortcourse 1/24.
Wltoys k969. Drifty 1/28

[midwest_rippa]

leds dont pull much energy, i have ran 8 light pods and an led bar all on one stock rtr tactic receiver before, no issues whatsoever.

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[Mr_Wolf_Is_Innocent]

Cool, thank you.


Element Sendero 1/10. Crawler/Trailer.
Scx24 crc. Crawler 1/24.
Wltoys a212. Shortcourse 1/24.
Wltoys k969. Drifty 1/28

[ferp420]

i have seen leds over power the escs built in bec so if your already close the max amps your bec puts out it could cause a problem that 25kg servo will draw a bit of power how much i dont know usaly a glitch buster will help if your not too hard on the steering but a external bec would be better and probably cheaper

i think the real issue will be voltage some light bars run 12v some run 6v your esc usaly puts out between 5 and 6 volts and 2-3 amps so thats what your working with
if you can find the specs for those light bars that would help most likly you will be ok i say try it and see worst case you can unplug the lights till you can upgrade

[Greatscott]

What ESC and TX/RX are you running?

[Mr_Wolf_Is_Innocent]

Originally Posted by Greatscott

What ESC and TX/RX are you running?

The rtr element enduro for now, will upgrade when I can, but for now that’s what I have. I will look up the names, but I am pretty sure I read somewhere it’s a hobbywing rebadged.



Element Sendero 1/10. Crawler/Trailer.
Scx24 crc. Crawler 1/24.
Wltoys a212. Shortcourse 1/24.
Wltoys k969. Drifty 1/28