Originally Posted by
cicerokid
Haven't built a boat in about 5 yrs. Going to build a Dumas Commuter and my electronics know how is rusty. Have the following questions:
---Buying a motor and ESC from Mark Products. The brushed motor has 12VDC and 5 amp max. The ESC is BEC enabled . I plan on using NiMh batteries.
---Since the ESC is BEC enabled does that mean I will not need a separate battery for the receiver?
---The ESC "has Deans power input connector. Which wires on which piece will feed the ESC? Does it connect to the battery or somewhere else?
---Is it worth buying a waterproof servo? If so, which brand(s)?
---Any other tips on what to use/buy?
Your time and help is appreciated.
Ken
A Battery Eliminator Circuit eliminates the need for a separate radio battery.
The big thick wires from the battery connect to the big thick wires coming out of the ESC, red to red, black to black. True for whatever type of connector.
On a boat intended to not take on water, there is no need for waterproof servos. Open boats with exposed parts would benefit from them.