modified motor question [Archive]

newjerseyJoe

08-16-2006, 11:45 PM

If I use a modified 15 turn rc car motor with a jeti navy esc , which is foward only do i need to install a SCHOTTKY DIODE? I have a 15turn motor i want to use but before i go and blow it up id figure id ask some of the pros.

BoatDoc

08-17-2006, 06:52 AM

use the diode. as far as i know, you will always need one on a forward only esc.

Old Sloppy

08-19-2006, 10:24 PM

use the diode.

The diode helps protect the ESC.

It also makes the whole system run cooler. (both motor & ESC too)

Harry :)

SouthJersey-FE

11-15-2006, 10:09 PM

If I use a modified 15 turn rc car motor with a jeti navy esc , which is foward only do i need to install a SCHOTTKY DIODE? I have a 15turn motor i want to use but before i go and blow it up id figure id ask some of the pros.

Be sure the grey stripe is facing the positive terminal when you install the diode