Newbie Newbuild ESC question

[bugboy1641]

Hi Everyone,
I've been lurking around trying to gain as much knowledge as possible so that I can move forward with the best options.
Firstly I wold just like to say that I have never come across such a knowledgeable and helpful bunch of guys!!
I know that there are a few chaps that must commit a lot of time and energy in replying to every question and post so I say thanks so much!

I live in New Zealand(English origin) and my background is Mechanic and hobby engineer. I fly and build Quadcopters for my own enjoyment and I like to fish. Sometimes I combine the two and fly my line out 200-300metres into the deeper water. Alas my poor quad suffered a motor failure(read, operator failed to connect connector properly) and took a dive into the sea. Damn salt water fried everything. Anyhow, a waterproof version is on the cards with a body from VAC formed polystyrene sheet.

Its coming into winter here so am looking for an indoor project to tide me over and an electric longboard sounds just the ticket for the occasional cruise to work or along the waterfront.

I'm looking at a 6s on a single HobbyKing 6364 213KV motor.
I like the idea of making some mounts just like Torqueboards but I suspect I will just order a couple from him and weld them myself. In the past on previous projects, I've learned sometimes when you add up the time involved fabricating something from scratch versus spending a few extra dollars, it makes sense to buy a tried and tested part.

Anyhow, I want some upgradeability once I get used to speed and power and so will probably go dual or go 8s, 10s in future but would like an ESC that can handle 6s upwards, hence my subject line. Choosing an ESC seems to have me going in circles.

Could someone shed light on the difference between TorqueBoards 12S 120A Car ESC OPTO HV and the HobbyKing TURNIGY K-Force 120A-HV OPTO V2 5-12S Brushless ESC ?
The HobbyKing K-force is for Plane/Helicopter? Does it have a braking function?
Is Torqueboard's modified for E-board use?


Thanks in advance

PS anyone in Auckland building or using E-boards?

 

[torqueboards]

The 12S ESC on my site has been tested for electric skateboard use and works great. I use it on a daily basis --- but I will need to test VESC soon and will be using VESC on a daily basis to get more miles on it.

If you are handy and have the technical experience. I would say take a stab at working with VESC - Vedder's ESC. Basically, his ESC allows you to run a brushless motor as if it was sensored which is amazing in itself.

The 12S ESC which I have requires you to slightly kick and/or roll for a smooth start. You do get use to kicking anyhow as it does help with balance.

Don't go with the Turnigy K-Force 120A HV as it's not modified for our use (heli/plane) and firmware will have to be changed - unless you already know how and/or can find it elsewhere.

But yes, the 12S ESC which I use for electric skateboards. Currently, I'm running (2) in parallel for a dual motor 10S board. It's a high quality ESC and shows no signs of any failure.

600A for 10 seconds
120A Continuous

The rating is as it is and tested for the rating. ESC doesn't get much hot at all.

 

[bugboy1641]

Thanks Torqueboards,

You answered my question perfectly!
I did have my suspicions this was the case but it was good to have a definite
What's required for Vedders ESC? Is it beyond the average bloke to assemble?

I have basic electrical experience, mainly soldering and assembling ESC's flight controllers(APM and KK2.0) I know how
electronic components operate but that's it. I generally use tried and tested components to avoid the dreaded smoke! I am actually one of a few guys in Auckland to be trained in Hybrid vehicle maintenance and precautions. I work for Peugeot/Citroen, our 508DS hybrids uses approx. 230volts in its system. The 3phase motor drives the rear wheels from standstill to 50kmh before the diesel kicks in. Its whisper quiet.

I'm not a longboarder in general but I do snowboard. I like the idea of starting from a complete standstill but you are right, kicking off gives you that initial stability plus its probably less stress on the motor too.
I'll take a look at VESC and go from there.
Do you ship to NZ?

Cheers

 

[torqueboards]

Check it out - http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=63540

I think you would probably be a great candidate for it.

If you want something right away you can get mine but VESC is even more awesome