Novak Goat 3S Crawler Brushless/Brush Speed Control

Novak Goat 3S Crawler Brushless/Brush Speed Control

THE COMEBACK KID

Irvine, CA – June 23, 2009 – Novak’s Goat is back and more versatile than ever. The Goat 3S Crawler Brushless/Brush ESC (#3214) is one of the few crawling-specific, sensored speed controls available and is packed with dozens of features to preserve its superiority on the rock-crawling course. It has the ability to run on either two or three-cell Li-Po batteries, which the speed control automatically detects through Novak’s auto-detect software. This feature allows users to run a wider range of batteries and bestows the Goat 3S with even more power than the original 2S Li-Po Goat Crawler ESC (#3219). Additionally, one of its three profiles is specific for worm-drive vehicles – such as Losi’s® 1/10-Scale Comp Crawler Race Roller™ and Kyosho’s® Rock Force 2.2™ – which do not require electronic drag brakes.

Not only does the Goat 3S include many new features, but it also includes everything necessary to operate, including a cooling fan for additional airflow and an external high-voltage three-amps switching regulator to provide six volts of output without overheating the speed control.

VERSATILE PROFILES
Though the Goat 3S offers dozens of customizing opportunities, its completely programmable interface is preset to excel in any crawler rig, whether it be worm-drive or standard vehicles. Simply install it, push the One-Touch button and the Goat 3S will easily maneuver through any terrain. The powerful speed control also comes equipped with instant reverse via Novak’s Zero Reverse Delay, which provides immediate power delivery in both forward and reverse directions. Additionally, the Goat 3S’s third profile features a fully programmable brushed motor option to allow motor experimentation and reduce overall cost.

MOTOR COMPATIBILITY
The Goat 3S ESC is compatible with Novak’s new Crawler 13.5T Brushless Motor (#3414), Crawler 18.5 and 21.5 Brushless Motors (#3419 & #3420), and the Forty-Five and Fifty-Five Crawler Brushed Motors (#3545 & # 3555). But the versatility doesn’t end there, attach a Novak SS Pro motor and the Goat 3S will operate the same as Novak’s speedy Havoc 3S with forward, brake and reverse settings.

Novak’s Goat 3S Crawler Brushless/Brush ESC (#3214) is scheduled to ship in the end of July 2009. For more information about this product, visit the Novak Web site (www.teamnovak.com).

NOVAK’S GOAT 3S CRAWLER BRUSHLESS/BRUSH ESC FEATURES

>> Fully programmable, user-friendly interface with six adjustable parameters: Drag Brake (10 settings), Dead Band (5 settings), Minimum Drive (5 settings), Drive Frequency in brush mode (7 settings), Li-Po Cut-Off and Reverse Motor Rotation
>> No external programming device necessary
>> Novak’s One-Touch Set-Up™ for quick, easy transmitter setup
>> Water-resistant case with gasket seal
>> Sensor-based for excellent braking and low-speed driveability
>> Four status LEDs for easy programming and trouble shooting
>> Auto Detect Brushed Motor Mode
>> Locked Rotor Detection and Thermal Overload Protection
>> Meets RoHS compliance and includes 120-Day Warranty
>> Designed and assembled by Novak in Irvine, Calif., using globally-sourced components

NOVAK’S GOAT 3S CRAWLER BRUSHLESS/BRUSH ESC SPECIFICATIONS

>> Input Voltage ……………………. 2-3S Li-Po cells or 4-9 NiMH cells (1.2V/cell)
>> ESC Footprint …………………… 1.18” x 1.54” (30.0 x 39.1 mm)
>> Weight (w/o wires) …………….. 1.50 oz. (42.6 g)
>> Design …………………………….. Sensor-based
>> Motor Limit ……………………….. 13.5-turn (2S Li-Po) & 18.5-turn (3S Li-Po) Novak 540-size sensored brushless; 27-turn (2S Li-Po) & 33-turn (3S Li-Po) 540-sized brush motor
>> On-Resistance (brushless) …. 0.00070 ohms @ 25°C trans. temp.
>> BEC ………………………………… 6.0 volts DC / 5.0 amps
>> External BEC ……………………. 6.0 volts DC / 3.0 amps switching regulator
>> Rated Current ………………….. 150 Amps @ 25°C trans. temp.
>> Braking Current ……………….. 150 Amps @ 25°C trans. temp.
>> Status LEDs …………………….. 4
>> Voltage Cut-Off ………………… 6.25V (2S) or 9.75V (3S) (when Li-Poly Cut-Off Circuitry is enabled)
>> Power Wires …………………….. 14G Super-Flex Copper-Strand Silicone Wire (Tamiya plug is installed on battery-power wires)

REPLACEMENT / OPTIONAL PARTS

>> #5315 or #5320 User-replaceable Input Harness (replacement)
>> 5463 3-Amp High-Voltage Universal BEC (replacement)
>> #5508 14-Gauge Silicone Brushless Wire Set (replacement)
>> #5600 Switch Harness (replacement)
>> #5648 Clear Cooling Fan 30x30x6mm (replacement)
>> #5686 Power Trans-Cap Module – 3S Li-Po (replacement)
>> #5731 Low-Loss Power Connectors – 3.5mm (optional)
>> #5950 Crawling Sintered Tuning Rotor – 14mm (optional)

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