I'm in need of a way to disconnect power from the batteries to the ESC without removing a hatch.

I'm looking for something similar in function to the receiver on/off switch.

I've looked around, but haven't found any hardware that does what I want. It doesn't have to be a switch per se. I've seen a few people have what looks like a Deans plug that is nothing more than a loop-back.

Links and/or pictures please...


Any help would be appreciated...



TIA

Lyndon

Hi Lyndon -

The Deans plug solution is used by many folks. A Deans Ultra female is installed in series with the positive battery lead and mounted in side of the fuselage. A Deans Ultra male plug is wired as a jumper and is plugged in to complete the circuit when you are ready to fly.

- Jeff

I used a 10 amp toggle switch on my Heli
to do exactly that. It has a Red cover on the
toggle. Hope it helps /

Bob

Hi

I was wondering about the same thing. I was planning on simply installing a switch between the receiver and the ESC. Is there any reason not to do that ? Thanks.

Art

Hi Art -

Just be aware that your battery will continue to be slowly drained even if the switch between the ESC and receiver is turned "off." So don't leave the battery connected after flying. Many a battery pack has been ruined because someone thought such an on-off switch stopped the battery from being discharged.

- Jeff

Thanks Jeff. Appreciate for your help.

Art

In general switches that can handle enough current are too bulky for airplane use. The best way to disconnect the battery without removing the hatch is to either run the connector wires outside the plane or to build in a jumper like suggested using a connector.

Ryan Lefevre
www.CommonSenseRC.com
The Go To Guys For Electric Power

Thanks Ryan for your suggestion.

Art