Vorteks - Use 2S Lipo (IC3 Connection) Question

[Trin726]

So I totally spaced it at hobby shop today. They had 0 Spektrum 3S Lipos, so I bought a 2S 50C Lipo. I neglected to look at connection type, which is a IC3. Is there any concern using a IC3 (from battery) connector to IC5 (ESC)? I thought i had read somewhere it wasn't good to use any kind of connector between battery and ESC.

Thanks in Advance!

 

[Ginglehopper]

So I totally spaced it at hobby shop today. They had 0 Spektrum 3S Lipos, so I bought a 2S 50C Lipo. I neglected to look at connection type, which is a IC3. Is there any concern using a IC3 (from battery) connector to IC5 (ESC)? I thought i had read somewhere it wasn't good to use any kind of connector between battery and ESC.

Thanks in Advance!

I would just go return the ones you bought and buy the right ones. Lots of people don't trust adapters, because there is 1 more connection that could mess up. It shouldn't matter TOO much with only 2s, but I still say return them and get the right ones.

 

[Kla912000]

IC3 connectors are only rated for 60amps. The Vorteks has a 100amp ESC. Not really a good idea.

 

[Trin726]

I would just go return the ones you bought and buy the right ones. Lots of people don't trust adapters, because there is 1 more connection that could mess up. It shouldn't matter TOO much with only 2s, but I still say return them and get the right ones.

I emailed Horizon. They said the adapter is okay, it's not their first choice as it can put additional stress on the ESC. They said it should be fine, just monitor temps. I already have the adapter, so going to run it and monitor temps. I'll report back on what I find. Thank you for the advice though!

 

[TheBadazz]

Best to take it back for the right one.

 

[Trin726]

I am going to take it back tomorrow. They do have the same battery with IC5 connector. Thanks all for the feedback!

 

[BulletRCs_NZ]

I've used adapters without any issues. It's not ideal but if it gets you up and running why not?

I found out today a XT90 male will plug into a EC5 female and work fine.

If you're not too anal about things part of the hobby is about making it work, what ever way you can!