Where do you guys get your Metal/CF Stock?

[BrianG]

Well, like I said; the resin part doesn't. But it makes sense that the actual CF does since it's made out of carbon fibers and typical resistors are made out of carbon. Truthfully, I wasn't sure either - that's why I had to go measure it. :)

[MetalMan]

It does conduct electricity somewhat. If you are using a Dremel, you have to be careful to not get the CF dust into the area where the commutator and brushes are. Otherwise, arcing can occur.

[BP-Revo]

I was wondering since I was thinking of using CF laminate as insulation. I guess I'll just use foam.

Anyone know where I can get foam pads like the Gorilla ones, but ones that haven't been cut?

[BrianG]

I don't know what Gorilla uses, but simple craft foam works well. You can get 8.5" x 11" (I think that's the right size) sheets at Wal-Mart in the craft section, and some even have a sticky back. The stuff I use is around 1/8" thick.

[BP-Revo]

Perfect. Thanks Brian. (PS. I'm stealing your idea on the battery holders in your Hyper 8 too ;) )

[BrianG]

That's ok. The idea of a flat piece of metal with "tabs" to hold the batteries in place isn't exactly rocket science, so there won't be any patent infringements. ;)

[Serum]

Ncabz would have tried to squeeze a buck out of it.. (50 at least.. Per tray)

[BrianG]

lol. Personally, members should not be trying to make profit from other members here. It would be like trying to rip off family. :) I have had numerous requests to make trays like in my hyper8 for people, but have declined since it simply takes too long with my limited tools to make them while being fair price-wise.

[Serum]

Amen Brian! well put.

We are here to help each other out.

Keeping 'secrets' from others is a result of jealousy IMO.

[Procharged5.0]

Originally Posted by E-MAXX Rock's

WOW thats wierd, i thought i read somewhere it wasnt... wierd lol

Carbon fibers conduct, the resin does not.

[Serum]

it's the carbon that is conductive indeed.

[Procharged5.0]

Same issue comes up with graphite chassis'. Since its "plastic" most think it's not conductive, ....but it is! That factored into the change of materials on the newer LOSI's.

[glassdoctor]

I've actually had the carbon chassis discharge some of the cells in my packs (side by side style) when I left them in before... and it can put enough drain on the cells to affect performance. That's why we use tape along the sides of the battery compartment to insulate the the battery from the chassis.

[Procharged5.0]

That's a smart thing to do. I've done the same thing in the past.

[jollyjumper]

brushes in a brushed motor are also known as "carbons" so that must mean something.