Typhon Arrma Typhon 3S Battery Recommendations?

[OwensDad]

After long deliberations, I decided to go with the Arrma Typhon 3S. I don't know what my problem is, but I can't find many 3S batteries with the IC5 connector. The reviews on what I am finding aren't the best. I'm looking minimum 5000mAh and something larger than a 30C.

Where are you folks in teh US getting your batteries and what kind? Is there a recommendation to switch the connector out of the Typhon 3S itself? I've read in a few forum posts it's not ideal to use an adapter.

Thanks in advance! Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[pl9171]

Hi,
My son is running 3s SMC 7200Mah 60c at the track and the rear driveshafts are popping with his Typhon 3s.
But, curiously, with the Dynamite 3s 50c, everything is ok.
The SMC seems to have a bit more punch.
So, must of the time, we are running in 2s 7400 Mah 90c (RC King)
We don't use adaptor at the track.
Welcome here.

 

[arrmadillo]

Get a lipo with EC5, its IC5 compatible, plugs right in. Can't go wrong with this SMC. Good quality, good price.

 

[WoodiE]

@OwensDad SMC would get my vote and I've had a lot of good success with their batteries.

For more recommendations be sure to check out the following thread, What's your "budget" LiPo of choice?

 

[jondilly1974]

If you want a for sure reliable battery, go with the Dynamite Reaction 2 3S 5000mah 50C EC5 for about $75.

https://www.horizonhobby.com/produc...000mah-3s-50c-lipo-hardcase--ic5-p-dynb5035h5

Now if your looking for a better value, I would look at the Ovonics 3S 5200mah 50C hard pack with EC5 for $35. It’s not going to be as good as the Dynamite pack, but at half the price, you can get two for one.

https://www.ampow.com/ovonic-50c-5200mah-3s1p-hardcase-13-ec5-lipo-battery.html

 

[Cheapbastard]

gensacearespammers 5000mah 11.1v EC5

I have a Ovonic 5000mah soft pack not a bad lipo just has never charged to stated capacity balances fine though and has good punch.

The gensacearespammers has a noticeable punch difference the first minute or two but after that can't tell any difference between the Ovonic and the gensacearespammers. But the Ovonic is a good budget option.

 

[ironhead79]

gensacearespammers 5000mah 11.1v EC5

I have a Ovonic 5000mah soft pack not a bad lipo just has never charged to stated capacity balances fine though and has good punch.

The gensacearespammers has a noticeable punch difference the first minute or two but after that can't tell any difference between the Ovonic and the gensacearespammers. But the Ovonic is a good budget option.

SMC, Turnigy graphene, gensacearespammers, Vant. You could just solder your own connector, xt90 or xt150, 5.5 or bigger castle connectors.

 

[arrmadave]

I am phasing out all my batteries and replacing them all with SMC. Absolutely the best battery for your dollar.

 

[Outcastblxnut]

Dynamite if you don't have a budget. Ovanics if you do

 

[arrmadillo]

I am phasing out all my batteries and replacing them all with SMC. Absolutely the best battery for your dollar.

That's all I currently use and have been pleased with their performance.

 

[razorrc]

I like my Awanfi batteries. 6500mah 100C 2S for $30. I haven't tried their 3S batteries, waiting for them to release a 100C model.

 

[Lazy Bushman]

I buy the cheapest batteries that meet minimum spec

 

[jondilly1974]

Dynamite if you don't have a budget. Ovanics if you do

This ??

 

[Rich_Typhon]

Hi,
My son is running 3s SMC 7200Mah 60c at the track and the rear driveshafts are popping with his Typhon 3s.
But, curiously, with the Dynamite 3s 50c, everything is ok.
The SMC seems to have a bit more punch.
So, must of the time, we are running in 2s 7400 Mah 90c (RC King)
We don't use adaptor at the track.
Welcome here.

Can I run a 6000 75 ? What will happen? I have a stock all the way around typhon 3s I run a 5200 50 currently

 

[arrmadillo]

Can I run a 6000 75 ? What will happen? I have a stock all the way around typhon 3s I run a 5200 50 currently

Yes, C ratings are usually not true and skewed from brand to brand. If you run 5200 50 now, 6000 75 is no big deal.

 

[L3phturn]

C rating is a multiplier of mAh.

5200 50C = 260 amps
6000 75C = 450 amps

Bigger difference than it looks like but you should be fine. I think you would only have a problem if the net amps was too low.That’s why the Arrma manual will give you a minimum such as 5000 mAh 50C.

 

[jondilly1974]

There’s no such thing as too high of a C rating. Amps are pulled, not pushed. However, too low of a C rating will make your lipo puff up like this

 

[GRC]

Oh wow, those SMC batteries are priced well. Nice capacity options AND you can choose your connector.
https://www.smc-racing.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=67_99

 

[jondilly1974]

Oh wow, those SMC batteries are priced well. Nice capacity options AND you can choose your connector.
https://www.smc-racing.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=67_99

And the puff up real nice too ??????

 

[GRC]

And the puff up real nice too ??????

Really? that's too bad. Guess I'll stick with my PowerHobby.
https://www.amazon.com/Powerhobby-1...ords=powerhobby+7200+3s&qid=1596290780&sr=8-5