Redwing RC Power Expander Question

[bruceman]

Has anyone used the Redwing RC Power Expander board in their plane(s) yet? Looking for feedback on tips, problems etc.
I bought one for a new 30% Pilot Edge and have not installed it yet.

Thanks,
Bruceman

 

[cardenflyer]

http://www.3drcforums.com/showthread.php?2233-Redwing-RC-76-quot-30cc-MXSR

Used here.

 

[gyro]

Feedback:

Pros:
Setup was very simple.
The instructions were sufficient, essentially a wiring diagram.
Not very heavy.

Cons:
use of the included ignition cut off on the red one is designed for a separate ignition battery.
So when using LiPo or LiFe, you can't jump power in from an unused channel, as it doesn't step down voltage.
This is a non issue on newer 8.4v compatible ignitions, so I think you could jump power in from elsewhere on the board.

 

[amstd7]

Has anybody out there used the black power expander from redwing, if so what are specifics on set up ? Thanks Guys!

 

[gyro]

Has anybody out there used the black power expander from redwing, if so what are specifics on set up ? Thanks Guys!

Like this one in my 104 Extra?

 

[amstd7]

That's the one! Looks pretty straight forward Thanks gyro

 

[gyro]

That's the one! Looks pretty straight forward Thanks gyro

My pleasure! It works excellent by the way, especially seeing my voltage displayed before each flight so I know what I've got left in my batteries

Let me, or [MENTION=2470]RedwingRC[/MENTION] know if you've got any other questions.

 

[amstd7]

Thanks alot Gyro the voltage display is one reason I like it so much, the other is price compared to smart fly.