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06-09-2009, 03:31 AM
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 Join Date: May 2008
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POWER BOX OR NOT ?
Guys, i am currently setting up a 2.3 metre Extra which may be powered by either a MT-62 or a DA - 80. what i need to know is do you really have to use a Power Box Unit or can i just go the normal set up with the use of the new JR 9 channel 2.4 gig receiver that has dual battery inputs as a safety set up ? the power box is around $500 au and i feel its abit over priced , so by using top dual battery packs etc for the receiver plus top quality battery for ignition along with a couple of other units , why the power box ?
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06-09-2009, 03:39 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Griffith, NSW, Australia
Age: 31
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Re: POWER BOX OR NOT ?
For that size model I wouldnt bother with a power box or similar.
I use power distribution in my 150cc model, however it really is overkill in 100cc and smaller models. Benny.
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06-09-2009, 05:13 AM
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3D Aerobatics
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Caguas, Puerto Rico, USA
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Re: POWER BOX OR NOT ?
No Need for it. Don't waste your money, on that. The Rx would be sufficient for a 50cc aircraft.
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06-09-2009, 07:20 AM
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Horizon Hobby Employee
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Champaign, IL
Age: 21
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Re: POWER BOX OR NOT ?
You do not need a power box. I've never run one, and never will. Waste of weight and money to me. I have two 35% airplanes set up this way, and one 40% set up this way, with no issues. I run the Spektrum version of the 9 channel receiver you mentioned (AR9100).
Seth
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