- Overview
Overview
Introducing the Castle Creations Hydra X 8S Brushless Marine ESC, the ultimate choice for an exhilarating and thrilling RC boat experience on the water. This ESC takes inspiration from the powerful Mamba Monster X 8S but comes with enhanced features specially designed for marine use. The HYDRA X 8S boasts a water-cooled heatsink for optimal heat dissipation, ensuring peak performance without compromising on design. Its sleek aluminum top plate adds a polished touch while the rugged CNC aluminum case and waterproof epoxy protection guarantee durability and efficient heat transfer. With an integrated 8A peak adjustable BEC, "on-the-fly" adjustments using your transmitter, data logging capabilities, transmitter programming, and numerous other advanced features, the HYDRA X 8S is packed with everything you need to take your RC boat to the next level. Expect nothing less than exceptional capabilities, durability, and top-notch performance from Castle Creations!
Includes:
- (1) Hydra X 8S ESC with water fittings for 1/8" tubing
- Castle Creations Decals
- Coupon for free Castle Link USB
- Hydra X 8S Quick Start Guide
features
- Powerful Integrated 8A Peak Adjustable BEC (5.5V-8.0V)
- CRYO-DRIVE Technology minimizes the amount of time the ESC’s electrical components spend generating heat, resulting in improved thermal performance during partial throttle operation where the majority of driving occurs
- Rugged CNC aluminum case and potted in waterproof epoxy to protect the electronics and promote efficient heat transfer
- Machined water-cooled heatsink with .17" water fittings
- Data logging capability to capture and record performance data from your vehicle
- Auxiliary wire functionality for "on-the-fly" adjustments using your transmitter
- Audible alerts for easy diagnosis of common issues such as motor-over-temperature and low-voltage cutoff
- Convenient transmitter programming for six common adjustable settings including cutoff voltage and drag brake
- Optional smartphone-based programming with the B-LINK Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) and Castle Link all available on Google Play or Apple App Store)
- Compatible with S.BUS2 Telemetry Link and Futaba T4PX, T7PX and T7PXR transmitters
- Castle Link USB programming kit (coupon included with purchase)
- Proudly designed and manufactured in Olathe, KS USA and backed by Castle Creations' 1-year warranty
Type: Marine Sensored BrushlessSpecs
Input Voltage: 2S-8S LiPo (33.6v max)
Applications: Boats up to 36"
Continuous current rating: 140A
Burst current rating: 280A
Dimensions: 69.5x54.1x24.7mm
Weight: 155.5g (5.49oz)
Brake: Available, but disabled by default.
Waterproof: Yes
Connectors: 6.5mm female bullets on circuit board, matching 6.5mm male bullets for motor required (not included)
Programmability: Yes
Telemetry Link Capable: Yes, with Castle Creations Telemetry Link for S.BUS2 or Futaba T4PX, T7PX, T7PXR, and 10PX transmitters.- Specs
Product Specifications
Part Number CSE010017500 Type Marine Sensored Brushless Input Voltage 2S-8S LiPo (33.6v max) Applications Boats up to 36" Continuous current rating 140A Burst current rating 280A Dimensions 69.5x54.1x24.7mm Weight 155.5g (5.49oz) Brake Available, but disabled by default. Waterproof Yes Connectors 6.5mm female bullets on circuit board, matching 6.5mm male bullets for motor required (not included) Programmability Yes Telemetry Link Capable Yes, with Castle Creations Telemetry Link for S.BUS2 or Futaba T4PX, T7PX, T7PXR, and 10PX transmitters. - Reviews
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