Running 2 Batteries on 1 RX
 

Hi,

I'm about to start building a plane which will use 9 "Tower Pro MG995" servos. If possible, i'd liek to use a Hitec RCD3500 RX that I have on hand.

I was wondering if theres some way to connect 2 RX batteries in parralel so i can get twice the mA without doubling the voltage. Will the servos even need that much battery, or am I just being paranoid?:eek:

Thanks

RE: Running 2 Batteries on 1 RX
 

Dual batteries have their advantages if properly done. Use two switches and two charging jacks (one for each battery) and plug the second battery/switch into any unused channel in the receiver. Do not use a Y and try to get by with one switch. The main thing whether you use one or two batteries is to use a high quality (heavy duty) switch and heavy duty wiring and a minimum number of connections; i.e. avoid extensions if at all possible even if it means soldering in longer wires between the existing connectors.

RE: Running 2 Batteries on 1 RX
 

plug the battery into a separate switch then plug the switch into any open servo connection. all power connectors are on the same buss so it doesn't matter if power is plugged into a battery or a servo connection it is the same connection point. I can not answer about the battery being enough because you have not stated to mah of the battery.

RE: Running 2 Batteries on 1 RX
 

Ah, I assumed that all the batteries HAD to be connected to the battery plug/channel (w/e)

Live and learn...Thx guys

RE: Running 2 Batteries on 1 RX
 

Yes, you can plug two batteries into two seperate channels on the receiver. If you don't have enough open channels in the receiver you can use a Y-harness. Plug the Y-harness into the receiver channel, then plug the servo for that channel into one side of the Y-harness, and the battery into the other side of the Y-harness.

Hope this helps

Ken