36120 or 3695 + Neu 1512 2Y/F -
01.24.2007, 04:35 AM
Hi,
I am looking for my next BL setup for a buggy & I'm considering either the BK36120 or 3695 in combination with a Neu 1512 2Y/F (1400kv) motor using 8S 4000mAH 20C lipo. Do you think this combination will work out ok ?
I've tried the lower voltage - higher current route but have only met with limited success as I live in the tropics where temperature & humidity is relatively higher.
In addition, I read that the rpm limit of the 36120 is 42000 while there is no indication for the 3695. How hard & fast is this spec. ?
I believe the 3695 doesn't have the 42k limit but its wise not to run a BL motor much higher than that. 30-40k RPM is the most efficient range for most motors.
Also, the BK controllers don't run well with 4 Pole motors like the NEU motors.
You would be beter off running a Lehner 1950 with a BK esc.
I am still waiting for my MGM 12032 to arrive so I can try 8S out with my 12XL. The MGM should arrive soon.
Thanks for your advice. Looking at the Lehners, I am now thinking of 1940 10 turn with a 1568kv. Assuming that each cell is 3.2V under load, total voltage under load will be 25.6V. This means max rpm of around 40K assuming no loss of efficiency. Is this a practical assumption ?
Looking at the constant amperage / power figures, the 1940 is rated at 1450W. Using the simple formula P=VA, one gets a current load of around 57A. Of course under instantaneous load, the figure would be higher. Again, is this a fair assumption ?
High amps = high heat = death of esc. This has been my experience so far. So, I am hoping the higher voltage lower amperage setup will work for me.