Hobbywing Xerun AXE

[Jboucher]

Now this looks interesting
https://youtu.be/dJ1x58lQPME

They scored a homerun with the brushed 1080, maybe they can do it with brushless now?

If i'm not mistaken, Xerun is their high end stuff.

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[JatoTheRipper]

Nice find!

Yep, the XeRun is HobbyWing's top of the line stuff. I'm sure it will be awesome. I can't find any info on the motor or ESC at this point.

 

[Jboucher]

On YouTube it says Release to market in May.

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[Ninomaniac]

Nice. Can't wait to see the pricing.

 

[Jboucher]

I'm bored at work and was able to dig up some more information :
Hobbywing

The XeRun AXE Brushless Power System, a sensored brushlesss power system combo for rock crawlers, gained more attention compared to other Hobbywing products

The power system combo, which features waterproof design, Bluetooth module for wireless ESC programming & firmware upgrade, FOC (Field-oriented Control) method, powerful drag brake, super low-speed linearity & low rpm torque and intelligent torque output, attracted a cross-section of all walks of life: plays (professionals & amateurs), dealers, girls, kids and media to stop by, take a look and even experience. This power system combo for rock crawlers always guarantees users stable power output, powerful functions, simple control, and easy operation.

:shock:

So ****ing happy i haven't bought a brushless system yet !
It might challenge the Mighty Mamba X "thumbsup"

 

[Ninomaniac]

https://shop.robitronic.com/de/hobbywing-axe-crawler-regler

Somehow, Robitronic (a Euro dealer/rebrander of stuff) has a page on it in German. The big thing is it will be load sensitive (so for example it'll increase throttle as you go up a steep grade to keep the speed constant). Cool.

Also, waterproof. Yes yes yes.

No aux wire to change parameters while running, though.

 

[svt923]

What is up with that sensor connector?

 

[Jboucher]

My guess is some unique connector for their own AXE motors.

As for the AUX wire, at least it has Bluetooth so you can switch settings on your phone?

Edit: Yup special connector for the AXE motor. Maybe even waterproof sensor? [emoji50]

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[JatoTheRipper]

Sensor wires suck. It's a shame when things go proprietary like it appears this HobbyWing sensor cable will be, but if it works better and it more reliable I'm all for it.

Oh BTW Harley announced on Facebook that Castle came out with a Bluetooth module for their ESCs. About time! I might have to pick one up depending on the size, price, and waterproofing.

 

[Jboucher]

It's out already, it looks somewhat big and it's 50$...

It should be integrated into the Mamba X, not another separate module to add more wiring and waterproofing.

Sensor wires suck. It's a shame when things go proprietary like it appears this HobbyWing sensor cable will be, but if it works better and it more reliable I'm all for it.

Oh BTW Harley announced on Facebook that Castle came out with a Bluetooth module for their ESCs. About time! I might have to pick one up depending on the size, price, and waterproofing.

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[durok]

Sensor wires suck. It's a shame when things go proprietary like it appears this HobbyWing sensor cable will be, but if it works better and it more reliable I'm all for it.

Oh BTW Harley announced on Facebook that Castle came out with a Bluetooth module for their ESCs. About time! I might have to pick one up depending on the size, price, and waterproofing.

It's out already, it looks somewhat big and it's 50$...

It should be integrated into the Mamba X, not another separate module to add more wiring and waterproofing.

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The Castle BlueTooth module is currently compatible with iOS, Android version has no set ETA as of yet...

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/electronics/598137-castle-esc-programming-via-bluetooth.html

 

[svt923]

As for the AUX wire, at least it has Bluetooth so you can switch settings on your phone?

If it works like their wifi module, it will disable throttle control during programming and you will have to power cycle your ESC when you're done. It is convenient but far from the on-the-fly adjustment of the Castle AUX wire.

Also, getting the HW app to connect to the module is a huge pain, it never wants to work on my phone. Here is hoping the connection over bluetooth works better.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

The Castle BlueTooth module is currently compatible with iOS, Android version has no set ETA as of yet...

http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/electronics/598137-castle-esc-programming-via-bluetooth.html

Lame! I'll never understand companies that support iOS first. There are far, far more Android phones in the world than iPhones.

If it works like their wifi module, it will disable throttle control during programming and you will have to power cycle your ESC when you're done. It is convenient but far from the on-the-fly adjustment of the Castle AUX wire.

Also, getting the HW app to connect to the module is a huge pain, it never wants to work on my phone. Here is hoping the connection over bluetooth works better.

The FOC (Field-oriented Control) method is what has me thinking it might possibly have something like an Auxiliary Wire.

 

[svt923]

The FOC (Field-oriented Control) method is what has me thinking it might possibly have something like an Auxiliary Wire.

Running the Robitronic website through Google translate says the FOC is their technology in the ESC to keep motor speed constant (ex. 1/2 throttle is the same speed going uphill, downhill, or on flat ground). Doesn't sound anything like a AUX function.

 

[JatoTheRipper]

Running the Robitronic website through Google translate says the FOC is their technology in the ESC to keep motor speed constant (ex. 1/2 throttle is the same speed going uphill, downhill, or on flat ground). Doesn't sound anything like a AUX function.

Odd. I guess we'll eventually find out what it's all capable of.

 

[Jboucher]

We will find out this summer but i hope it will play nice with other motor brands out there.

I still want to join the puller pro club one day.

Has anyone ever used an hobbywing brushless esc with a Holmes motor?

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[soze]

I'm going to keep my eye on this one. I've got a good stash of hobbywing escs already.

 

[TheLetterJ]

But what we all really want to know is.... what's it have for a BEC? I know their XR8 and a few others have some pretty serious BEC's, hopefully this does as well.

 

[GA Dawg]

I wish they would get rid of that stupid-ass power button.

 

[Ninomaniac]

But what we all really want to know is.... what's it have for a BEC? I know their XR8 and a few others have some pretty serious BEC's, hopefully this does as well.

I have no doubt it will be powerful enough for a decent servo.