A Spy in our
Midst
Novak
Electronics, Inc. admits to inserting a SPY into the R/C industry!
An anonymous Novak source revealed that the SPY is Novak’s new
micro-sized, forward/reversible speed control that is specifically
designed for use with any 4-7 cell, 1/24 – 1/18 scale R/C car, such as
Xray's Micro M18.
Covert R &
D stages allowed the SPY project to remain a well-kept secret. As a result
of its specific design for smaller-scale R/C cars, the SPY is now Novak’s
smallest and lightest speed control to date, measuring just 1.12in x
0.95in x 0.48in (28.45mm x 24.13mm x 12.06mm), and weighing a mere 0.51 oz. (14.4 g). HPI-type connectors are pre-wired for convenient
installation. While its compact size may tempt racers who are on the
lookout for the extra advantage found in a tiny, lightweight speed control, it is important to note that the SPY is not intended for use in
R/C cars with 380 or 540-size (05) R/C motors.
The SPY
includes the same standard features as all current Novak-manufactured
speed controls: One-Touch Set-Up, Radio Priority Circuitry, Polar Drive
Technology, Thermal Protection, Smart Braking, and Reverse
Disable. While Novak ESCs are easily recognized by their bright orange
case, the SPY deviates ever so subtly from this practice, yet still makes
its Novak heritage apparent. A new translucent orange case is the SPY
cover of choice, allowing anyone to take a glimpse into its inner working,
while still keeping Novak’s technological secrets intact.
Like the
application for which it is intended, the SPY has a smaller price tag than
other speed controls currently manufactured for these smaller-scale cars.
With a list price of $99, the SPY is a veritable bargain.
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