esc for rave on 4's?

[est1976]

well here I am 7 weeks later still without an esc, Im just looking again right now as my rave is gathering dust on the fridge ... has anyone an opinion on this ESC

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HobbyWing Platinum 40A ESC
[Platinum-40A]
Item #: 2438 Listed Monday 23 March, 2009
Item Price: £54.99
Description
The Pentium-40A ESC belongs to Hobbywing's "PLATINUM" series product line, and is the most significant top-class product for RC aircraft and helicopters.
Typical Applications:
Suitable for use in typical 450 size helicopters and small aircraft that use standard 40A speed controllers.
2S - 6S LiPo compatable (5.6V - 26v input)




Specifications:

Output: Continuous 40A, Burst 60A up to 10 Secs.
Input Voltage: 2-6 cells lithium battery or 5-18 cells NIMH battery.
BEC: Switch. BEC Output: 5.25V or 6V, 3A
Control Signal Transmission: Optically coupled system.
Max Speed: 210,000rpm for 2 Poles BLM, 70,000rpm for 6 poles BLM, 35,000rpm for 12 poles BLM. (BLM: BrushLess Motor)
Size: 59mm (L) * 27mm (W) * 12mm (H).
Weight: 38g.
Features:

(1) High performance microprocessor brings out the best compatibility with all kinds of motors and the highest driving efficiency.
(2) Wide-open heat-sink design to get the best heat dissipation effect.
(3) With 3 types of start mode: Normal / Soft / Very-Soft, compatible with aircraft and helicopter.
(4) Smooth, linear, quick and precise throttle response.
(5) Multiple protection features: Low-voltage cut-off protection / Over-heat protection / Throttle signal loss protection.
(6) The output voltage of the built-in BEC is switchable by user programming (5.25V or 6.0V).
(7) Perfect governor mode for helicopter.
(8) The firmware of the ESC can be updated through the USB adapter on the Professional LCD Program Box.
(9) User programmable. Several kinds of program methods are supported: transmitter, digital LED program card, advanced professional LCD program box, PC software. Very easy to program the ESC at home or at the flying field.

[cupracing]

I have a 35amp castle creations esc with seperate cc bec if your interested? Used once on the beam but the clear plastic heat shrink was slighlty damaged from a knock

[est1976]

i think thats a little bit smaller than I would want m8, I think with CC i would want the 45a if it was I would have it off you.

I have also found this one, and I pass them on the way to and from the site Im working on right now. Fast Lad Performance

Click to enlarge Flighttech ESC 40A 2-6S Lipo With Bec
[FTC40A6SB]

This product was added to our catalog on Friday 08 August, 2008.
Item Price:
£54.80

Flighttech ESC 40A 2-6S Lipo With Bec •Ultra smooth startup and high resolution throttle control
•High performance helicopter governor mode
•Fully programmable and firmware updateable through the FlightTech USB link
•Easy field programmable using the new program card
•Includes failsafe switch
•High capacity BEC (battery eliminator circuit) for super stable power to the servos and receiver
DIMENSIONS (L-W-D): 52 X 28 X 11MM
CELLS LIPO: 2-6, 7.4V-22.2V
RESISTANCE (OHM): 0.0031
MAX CONT CURRENT (A): 40
MAX CONT OUTPUT (W): 840
MAX CURRENT SURGE (A): 60
MAX BURST OUTPUT (W): 1224
BEC: 5V/3A (LINEAR)
PROGRAMMABLE: THROTTLE, PROGCARD AND USB

[dj propo]

i have the hobbywing 40a platinum on my rave (4s) got the lcd program box as well, setup is a breeze with this you can't go wrong

[Steve Ashton]

I have had nothing but problems with Scorpion ESCs. I now run an Align 500 stock ECS and it has been great on my 4S Rave.