Castle Creations COBRA 5, 8S, 33.6V ESC, 20A PEAK BEC 010-0179-00

PRECISION, DURABILITY, AND UNMATCHED POWER.
The COBRA 5 is available to purchase as an ESC-only option or packaged with three Castle 4-POLE 12-SLOT motor options to overpower a wide range of 1/7th and 1/5th scale vehicles.


Please refer to our Surface Product Selector for recommended motor, battery and gearing for some of the more popular vehicles on the market.

KEY FEATURES:

32-Bit processing power for smoother motor control and improved response time.
Enhanced Data Logging includes:
Double the maximum sample frequency of older generations.
8x increased logging time of older generations.
ESC electrical motor timing data.
Acceleration data via onboard accelerometer.
Looping feature prevents interruptions in data log recording.
Additional tuning features include:
Improved braking adjustability
Separate brake and reverse curves
Highly adjustable internal BEC (5.0V - 8.5V adjustable in 0.1V increments)
Access to tuning options and firmware updates for free with Castle Link V4 USB programmer included with purchase.
Optional smartphone-based programming with the B-LINK™ 2 Bluetooth Interface (sold separately) and free Castle Link 2 app available on Google Play or Apple App Store.
Upgraded current-sensing and thermal protection system actively mitigates the risk of failure in aggressive or high-load setups. 

PURCHASE INCLUDES:
Cobra 5 ESC
300mm direct connect sensor wire
Cobra decals
Castle Link V4 USB Adapter
Cobra Quick Start Guide

Note: The Castle Cobra 5 is NOT intended for drag racing or high-speed application. Use of the Castle Cobra 5 in drag racing and speed run application will void the warranty. The Ghost RC Cobra 5 ACE ESC is intended for such applications; but due to the abusive nature of drag and high-speed applications it is sold with no warranty. 

Technical Specs
Controller
Input Voltage Range: MIN: 3S LiPo
MAX: 8S LiPo (33.6v)
BEC Specifications: 5.5V to 8.5V adjustable in 0.1V increments (20A peak), default 5.5V
Application Guidelines: Designed for use in 1/7th and 1/5th scale RC vehicles. The Cobra 5 is not intended for drag racing or high-speed applications and the one-year warranty does not cover the use of the system outside if its intended use.  Improper setup or use of this product can result in catastrophic failures of the motor, ESC, and/or batteries.
Running Modes: SmartSense™ and Sensorless brushless
Reversible: Yes, but may be disabled for racing.
On/Off Switch: Yes, waterpoof
Cooling Fan: Yes, factory equipped (50mm), temperature controlled
Size (L x W x H): 3.98" x 2.49" x 2.35" (101.2mm x 63.3mm x 59.5mm)
Weight (with wires): 13.2 oz (374 grams)
Connectors: 8.0mm female bullets for motor connection. Matching 8mm male bullets required.
Items Needed for Operation:
A high current connector designed for high-powered electric systems, rated for 150+ amps, such as Castle CC Bullet 8.0mm, 6.5mm Polarized Castle Connectors, QS8 8mm Anti Spark, or QS10 10mm Anti Spark soldered to the battery leads.

Castle has tested and recommends the following batteries. There are other batteries that will work, but these are the ones we have tested with:
GensAce 10,000mAh & 6800mAh G-Tec Advanced 100C
GenSace 11,000mAh & 6800mAh G-Tec Bashing 100/120C
Onyx 6,400mAh & 8,000mAh Competition D/s 80C/100C
Onyx 9,800mAh Ultra Off-Road V2 
SMC 9500mAh, 8200mAh & 7600mAh HCL-HP 150C
SMC 10,600mAh & 8600mAh SRD 250C

Installation: Mounting holes located on the bottom of aluminum case for installation into vehicle, download template here. 
Recommended Motors: Castle 2028-800Kv, 2028-1100Kv, 1721-1260Kv
Programmability: Fully programmable Castle feature set using the included FREE Castle Link V4 USB adapter and freely downloadable NEW Castle Link 2 Windows™ software. (Windows 10+ required) or optional smartphone-based programming with the B-Link 2 Bluetooth Interface (sold separately) and free Castle Link 2 app available on Google Play or Apple App Store. 
Operating Environment:
Although Cobra 5 is waterproof, it is not intended for operation while completely submerged in liquid. 
Always rinse the ESC and motor with clean water after exposure to corrosives or dirt. 
While the motor and controller may be waterproof, we suggest users confirm that the rest of their vehicle, including the batteries, servos, radio and chassis are also waterproof before exposing them to liquids of any kind.
The cooling fan must be removed prior to driving in wet conditions. It is not waterproof.