Originally Posted by
Skyflyer
I have been using Futaba R617FS 2.4 g. receivers with both NiMH and LiPo battery-powered aircraft systems. Since Futabas are no longer available, would any of my Futaba 72 Mhtz receivers be safely usable with 14.8V LiPo powered systems? Thanks!
Jerry
Not sure where you got the idea is no longer available.
Futaba is now doing all US sales and service through their Huntsville, AL location
https://futabausa.com/
https://futabausa.com/products/receivers/air-receivers/
As far as using lipos with older 72MHz systems that was not advised. And is 14.8 volts a typo?? Even with 2.4 a 2S lipo system (8.4 volts full charge) would be the max.