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01.26.2010, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by E-Revonut View Post
Af far as I'm aware kv values are for an unloaded motor, at least that's what I beleived the "U" after the value in Brian's calculator meant...
Yes, you are right; "U" means the kv is unloaded, "L" means the kv is loaded, "?" or blank means it is unclear.

Don't forget, because some ESCs have active timing of sorts, the final motor speed can be more than kv*voltage. Patrick has even stated this.
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