Electron Main Wheel / Brake (single wheel)
Brake side options - Choose one of each when buying a pair
Electron’s philosophy is ”improvement is always possible” and 2015 was dedicated to improving the magnetic brakes, and their controller, thus resulting in a more reliable system.
Traditionally, breaking systems become unbalanced with use. Electron significantly reduced this effect by means of the following:
Mechanically: The new disk is completely smooth, and the magnet has the polyurethane pad integrated to it. This configuration allows more consistent pressure and as such makes it less prone to imbalance. Also the gap between the disk and magnet is less, which also provides greater breaking power. Like the first version, the friction is between disc and polyurethane pad (never metal to metal). This is to avoid any residual magnetism, and allows the main wheels be completely free as soon as the brakes go off.
Electrically: A new high tech control unit with internal gyroscope has been developed. The gyro will compensate for any imbalance between the main wheels, and to help keep the models trajectory on the runway. This controller (GS200) does this by mixing the brakes with the steering. This is especially helpful in warbirds.
Main Wheels
The wheels are made from a 7075T6 aluminium rim and vulcanized rubber tyres. The tyres are empty inside and work with atmospheric pressure, so they are not inflated . All wheels are equipped with bearings.
Strut Width
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10mm : Main Struts (55-70mm wheels)
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11mm : Main Struts (75-90mm wheels & 100-130mm wheels with 6mm axle)
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13mm : Main Struts (100-130mm wheels with 8mm axle)
What's Included
1x Main wheel with bearing
1x Electromagnet
1x Brake disc
