ORIGINAL: a1pcfixer
ORIGINAL: clivemc
the new version 2 RCEXL ignitions can handle up to 7.0V - just look on the module it will have ver2 on it. if its not ver2 then its only up to 6.0V
Version 2 may indeed, but more older/current units don't, than those that do.
The newbies following along don't need conflicting info.
Unless DLE or whichever engine mfg clearly states such in their owners manual,
don't exceed what they state....4.8 - 6.0 volts input to ignition.
THEY are the ones warranting their engines, not us.
If they want/accept higher voltages, then it's up to them to state so in their manuals.
<span style="font-size: larger">its not conflicting information - its up to date information.
with regard to DLE heres from the DLE website FAQ itself -
</span><font color="#ff0000">Q: What is the volt range for ignitions? Can I use a Li-poly as power supply?
</font><font style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #3366ff; font-size: 16px">A:The volt range for ignition is 4.8-6V, Maximum 7V. A volt over 7V might damage the ignition.
</font><font size="2">Im not trying to be difficult, this is an often asked question with all the new battery technology out there. New products are there to be used because they are an improvement on the old technology. Otherwise we may as well tell everyone stick to NiCd battery packs in your planes, thats what we always did. No way - there isbetter technology now lets use it.
ANd as far as i know DLE do not warrantey the ignitions - RCEXL do. Same goes for most engine manufacturers.......
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