RadioLink RC6GS V3 - Lipo Option - Parallel or Series ?

[JimrC]

So I got this RC6GS transmitter and noticed that I can actually fit inside two of the Urgenex 2S 900mAh batteries that I have for a scx24 which I won't be using again anytime soon.

So my question, what's the best option to connect in this application ... Parallel or Series ? Amperage or Voltage ?

 

[JatoTheRipper]

You want the same voltage, but with more capacity (mAh) so put the batteries in parallel. Putting them in series will double the voltage and your radio probably can't handle that.

 

[JimrC]

cheers m8y thought as much and yes, the radiolink can handle 4S voltage apparently

 

[bgredjeep]

Not that it's what you were asking, but i use this battery in mine. Can't remember who recommended it, but its worked good so far.

Amazon.com: 7.4V 2800mah 20C Lipo Battery Li-Polymer 2S for Radiolink RC3S RC4GS RC6GS Transmitter Reomote Controller : Toys & Games

Amazon.com: 7.4V 2800mah 20C Lipo Battery Li-Polymer 2S for Radiolink RC3S RC4GS RC6GS Transmitter Reomote Controller : Toys & Games

a.co

 

[JatoTheRipper]

cheers m8y thought as much and yes, the radiolink can handle 4S voltage apparently

Wow I have no idea why a radio would need 4S. I guess you could run the batteries in series then at the expense of runtime.

 

[JimrC]

no idea why but run-time for me always.

 

[JimrC]

Not that it's what you were asking, but i use this battery in mine. Can't remember who recommended it, but its worked good so far.

Amazon.com: 7.4V 2800mah 20C Lipo Battery Li-Polymer 2S for Radiolink RC3S RC4GS RC6GS Transmitter Reomote Controller : Toys & Games

Amazon.com: 7.4V 2800mah 20C Lipo Battery Li-Polymer 2S for Radiolink RC3S RC4GS RC6GS Transmitter Reomote Controller : Toys & Games

a.co

I seen that but here it'll cost me $50+tax so yeah, not happening for a transmitter when I have four of these Urgenex that aren't being used so win-win for me. Just gets rid of the AA's for me so all good.

 

[ferp420]

from what i understand the higer voltage is for extended range they can go up to a half a mile with the right receiver line of sight of course

 

[JimrC]

cheers ferp quite a handy budget controller it seems.

 

[Timmahh]

The V3 can do a 4s pack so you could series those 2s batteries and be fine.
But Paralled would be the way to go as you'll get double the runtime from the radio, unless you plan on running fpv a 1/4 mile away from you.

 

[JimrC]

doubt my eyesight can see that far Timmah lol cheers m8y

 

[Timmahh]

The FPV would be video from a camera on your rc, so you could put the cam in the 'drivers' seat and drive it from the inside of the rig, but still lbe arout 1/4 mile away with the RC. So you're eyes only need to see the screen for the FPV Camera.
Technology is Sweet. lol

doubt my eyesight can see that far Timmah lol cheers m8y

 

[cul8tr]

RC6GS I use this 1;

ProTek RC LiPo 3PK/M11 Car Transmitter Battery Pack (11.1V/2300mAh) [PTK-5172]

This is a Li-Poly 2300mAh transmitter battery pack from ProTek R/C that fits the Futaba 3PK and Airtronics M11 transmitters. This light weight Li-Poly... PTK-5172

www.amainhobbies.com

 

[ferp420]

i got the high range receiver and fpv set up so i can cruz the neighbor hood with out leaving the house havent hooked up the reciver but i can cover most of my property with the regular reciver and 2s radio power lol

now to figure out how to get the fpv signal to work on my tv lol

 

[JatoTheRipper]

RC6GS I use this 1;

ProTek RC LiPo 3PK/M11 Car Transmitter Battery Pack (11.1V/2300mAh) [PTK-5172]

This is a Li-Poly 2300mAh transmitter battery pack from ProTek R/C that fits the Futaba 3PK and Airtronics M11 transmitters. This light weight Li-Poly... PTK-5172

www.amainhobbies.com

Damn that's expensive for a transmitter battery.

 

[Timmahh]

i got the high range receiver and fpv set up so i can cruz the neighbor hood with out leaving the house havent hooked up the reciver but i can cover most of my property with the regular reciver and 2s radio power lol

now to figure out how to get the fpv signal to work on my tv lol

Thats the ticket!

Damn that's expensive for a transmitter battery.

Ya a bit.
I have the 6GS v2 and picked up a Turnigy 3s 2500 pack for it. They were like 15.00 each. last for a long ass time.

Infact they're on sale for 10.50 right now.

Turnigy nano-tech 2500mAh 3S1P 5~10C Transmitter LiPo Pack (Futaba Specs)

Turnigy nano-tech 2500mAh 3S1P 5~10C Transmitter Lipo Pack (Futaba 6EX and 3PKS)

hobbyking.com

 

[JimrC]

cheers for that link Timmah, much appreciated ... my kinda price

 

[cul8tr]

Yeah it's expensive. It's what the hobby shop had in stock at the time.
Good find on the Turnigy batteries.

 

[cul8tr]

I have found 1 that might work in the RC8 but I haven't had time to check it out. I have them on the work bench, just need the time.

 

[bgredjeep]

Thats the ticket!


Ya a bit.
I have the 6GS v2 and picked up a Turnigy 3s 2500 pack for it. They were like 15.00 each. last for a long ass time.

Infact they're on sale for 10.50 right now.

I was about to pick one of those up just for kicks but shipping is $30.