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Jeff Meyers · May 21, 2002, 03:16 PM

At last....we are ready to ship the "Ultimate BEC". This is an external BEC that is used to replace receiver battery packs.

Max input voltage - 35 volts
Max output current - 3 amps continuous / 5 amps peak
Weight - 20 grams

The price is $30 + $2 shipping.

Please take a moment to check it out on our site.

http://www.koolflightsystems.com/ultimatebec.htm

Best Regards,

Jeff Meyers

Doc Data · May 21, 2002, 03:47 PM

I've got mine!

dd.

ScotY · May 21, 2002, 05:27 PM

Jeff,
Glad to see your UBEC finally make it to market! I've been impatiently waiting!

I've read over the details on your website, but have a question. I'd love to use this in one of my gliders but would need to place the unit right next to the receiver...virtually on top of it. There's some carbon in the fuselage and the plane will likely get pretty far away. I don't use PCM receivers. Are you confident it will work okay?
Thanks!

P.S. One request...if I had a choice, I would prefer a long, skinny UBEC unit...one that would fit down a skinny glider tailboom. Twice the length, half the width would be perfect for most of my planes. Any chance of getting one of these?

Jeff Meyers · May 21, 2002, 05:46 PM

To prove a point...I used the first production UBEC in my Embat. The UBEC was taped to the floor of the fuse....then I taped my Rx to the UBEC.

The UBEC does not have to be "mounted" anywhere. Just stick any place it will fit. Since it taps off of the ESC input leads...it could just lay on top of the ESC.

Carbon fiber does not affect the UBEC. All it's doing is taping power out of your battery and regulating it to 5 volts for your Rx.

I have personaly been using the unit since last summer in my own planes.

A few months ago we sent out units all over the country for guys to use them in their planes. 100% reported excellent results.

As far as size goes... the UBEC is smaller than most 35 amp and up speed controls. If your ESC fits...the UBEC should fit. We cannot change the dimensions as we had the board custom made for this particular product.

Best Regards,

Jeff Meyers

Doc Data · 06:32 PM

You can see it installed in an Omega 2M E in this photo...

dd.

EricBjorn · May 21, 2002, 06:54 PM

Can we pick one up at SEFF?

Jeff Meyers · May 21, 2002, 08:17 PM

Hi Eric,

I will have a load of UBECs and Kool Charge Tubes at SEFF.

That reminds me...I need to add Kool Flight Systems as a sponsor.

Regards,

Jeff

Ed Lyerly · May 21, 2002, 10:50 PM

Jeff,
Save me (2) .....my check is in the mail. This is a much needed product !!
Ed

ScotY · May 22, 2002, 06:13 AM

Jeff,
Thanks for the reply. Did anyone test the UBEC in a 24-27 cell F5B plane, by chance? What about a helicopter?

ChrisS · May 22, 2002, 10:01 AM

Jeff, I'm interested. How much will you charge me for a unit that can run on 32 cells? I will be using this in a heli with three 9202's and a 9205, is cooling going to be a problem?
Thanks
Chris

Jeff Meyers · May 22, 2002, 10:35 AM

Scott,

The UBEC was not tested in a heli or a F5B plane. It was tested in a 24 and 28 cell sport plane. (and many others)

However, it will work fine with those two applications. Remember that with a heli...when the pack starts to drain you are landing anyways. I have already had many heli pilots order the UBEC.

My friend / business partner is the one who designed the UBEC. His primary interest is LMR events. His original reason for designing the UBEC was that it is well know that trusting the BEC in a speed control during high current runs is not wise. Every year a few planes go down at the NATS for this reason. (So I've been told, I'm not a NATS competitor)

Regards,

Jeff

Jeff Meyers · May 22, 2002, 10:42 AM

Chris,

The UBEC can be upgraded to handle 40 volts input. This would cover your needs. Volts do not heat up the UBEC...current heats it up. I will clarify this on the site.

Long story short...an upgraded UBEC will work fine for you.

As far as special orders go...these are made to order.

It will take 2-3 weeks to get the "high voltage" UBEC shipped once payment is recieved.

The cost for a 40 volt UBEC is $40 + $2 shipping.

This lead time will be reduced once more parts arrive.

Best Regards,

Jeff Meyers

ChrisS · May 22, 2002, 10:52 AM

Very cool. I have been debating designing one of these myself, and now I don't have to. Do you take credit cards? Can I just call the number on your site with my info?
Thanks
Chris

Jeff Meyers · May 22, 2002, 10:54 AM

Sent you a PM Chris...

Currently, all we can take is checks, money orders and Pay Pal.

Being a two item "business"...we aren't all that fancy.

Although...product #3 is already in the works.

Greg Covey · May 22, 2002, 02:20 PM

The yellow thing under the white 8-cell pack is my Ultimate BEC that replaces my receiver battery on my Astro Flight 625G power system. Not only have I eliminated the hassle of having to charge my Rx. battery but I also dropped 2.5 ounces in weight.

Great product, Jeff!

Click here for a larger image.

May 21, 2002, 03:16 PM	#1
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT - The Ultimate BEC At last....we are ready to ship the "Ultimate BEC". This is an external BEC that is used to replace receiver battery packs. Max input voltage - 35 volts Max output current - 3 amps continuous / 5 amps peak Weight - 20 grams The price is $30 + $2 shipping. Please take a moment to check it out on our site. http://www.koolflightsystems.com/ultimatebec.htm Best Regards, Jeff Meyers

May 21, 2002, 06:29 PM	#5
Doc Data Registered User United States, FL, Starke Joined Apr 2002 2,251 Posts Trader Rating: 13	You can see it installed in an Omega 2M E in this photo... dd.
	Last edited by Doc Data; May 21, 2002 at 06:32 PM.

May 22, 2002, 02:20 PM	#15
Greg Covey Registered User Rochester, NY, USA Joined Aug 2000 6,354 Posts Trader Rating: 8	The yellow thing under the white 8-cell pack is my Ultimate BEC that replaces my receiver battery on my Astro Flight 625G power system. Not only have I eliminated the hassle of having to charge my Rx. battery but I also dropped 2.5 ounces in weight. Great product, Jeff! Click here for a larger image. Images View all Images in thread Views: 1078

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May 21, 2002, 03:47 PM	#2
Doc Data Registered User United States, FL, Starke Joined Apr 2002 2,251 Posts Trader Rating: 13	I've got mine! dd.

May 21, 2002, 05:27 PM	#3
ScotY Registered User Joined Feb 2001 2,639 Posts Trader Rating: 12	Jeff, Glad to see your UBEC finally make it to market! I've been impatiently waiting! I've read over the details on your website, but have a question. I'd love to use this in one of my gliders but would need to place the unit right next to the receiver...virtually on top of it. There's some carbon in the fuselage and the plane will likely get pretty far away. I don't use PCM receivers. Are you confident it will work okay? Thanks! P.S. One request...if I had a choice, I would prefer a long, skinny UBEC unit...one that would fit down a skinny glider tailboom. Twice the length, half the width would be perfect for most of my planes. Any chance of getting one of these?

May 21, 2002, 05:46 PM	#4
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	To prove a point...I used the first production UBEC in my Embat. The UBEC was taped to the floor of the fuse....then I taped my Rx to the UBEC. The UBEC does not have to be "mounted" anywhere. Just stick any place it will fit. Since it taps off of the ESC input leads...it could just lay on top of the ESC. Carbon fiber does not affect the UBEC. All it's doing is taping power out of your battery and regulating it to 5 volts for your Rx. I have personaly been using the unit since last summer in my own planes. A few months ago we sent out units all over the country for guys to use them in their planes. 100% reported excellent results. As far as size goes... the UBEC is smaller than most 35 amp and up speed controls. If your ESC fits...the UBEC should fit. We cannot change the dimensions as we had the board custom made for this particular product. Best Regards, Jeff Meyers

May 21, 2002, 06:54 PM	#6
EricBjorn Registered User Tullahoma, TN Joined Jul 2000 985 Posts Trader Rating: 18	Can we pick one up at SEFF?

May 21, 2002, 08:17 PM	#7
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	Hi Eric, I will have a load of UBECs and Kool Charge Tubes at SEFF. That reminds me...I need to add Kool Flight Systems as a sponsor. Regards, Jeff

May 21, 2002, 10:50 PM	#8
Ed Lyerly Recruiter - 60 Amp Club Rutherfordton, North Carolina, United States Joined Apr 2001 5,934 Posts Trader Rating: 114	Jeff, Save me (2) .....my check is in the mail. This is a much needed product !! Ed

May 22, 2002, 06:13 AM	#9
ScotY Registered User Joined Feb 2001 2,639 Posts Trader Rating: 12	Jeff, Thanks for the reply. Did anyone test the UBEC in a 24-27 cell F5B plane, by chance? What about a helicopter?

May 22, 2002, 10:01 AM	#10
ChrisS Really?!? Lost ...on the 3rd rock out Joined Sep 2001 1,144 Posts Trader Rating: 7	Jeff, I'm interested. How much will you charge me for a unit that can run on 32 cells? I will be using this in a heli with three 9202's and a 9205, is cooling going to be a problem? Thanks Chris

May 22, 2002, 10:35 AM	#11
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	Scott, The UBEC was not tested in a heli or a F5B plane. It was tested in a 24 and 28 cell sport plane. (and many others) However, it will work fine with those two applications. Remember that with a heli...when the pack starts to drain you are landing anyways. I have already had many heli pilots order the UBEC. My friend / business partner is the one who designed the UBEC. His primary interest is LMR events. His original reason for designing the UBEC was that it is well know that trusting the BEC in a speed control during high current runs is not wise. Every year a few planes go down at the NATS for this reason. (So I've been told, I'm not a NATS competitor) Regards, Jeff

May 22, 2002, 10:42 AM	#12
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	Chris, The UBEC can be upgraded to handle 40 volts input. This would cover your needs. Volts do not heat up the UBEC...current heats it up. I will clarify this on the site. Long story short...an upgraded UBEC will work fine for you. As far as special orders go...these are made to order. It will take 2-3 weeks to get the "high voltage" UBEC shipped once payment is recieved. The cost for a 40 volt UBEC is $40 + $2 shipping. This lead time will be reduced once more parts arrive. Best Regards, Jeff Meyers

May 22, 2002, 10:52 AM	#13
ChrisS Really?!? Lost ...on the 3rd rock out Joined Sep 2001 1,144 Posts Trader Rating: 7	Very cool. I have been debating designing one of these myself, and now I don't have to. Do you take credit cards? Can I just call the number on your site with my info? Thanks Chris

May 22, 2002, 10:54 AM	#14
Jeff Meyers Registered User Fayetteville, GA Joined Oct 2000 3,662 Posts Trader Rating: 3	Sent you a PM Chris... Currently, all we can take is checks, money orders and Pay Pal. Being a two item "business"...we aren't all that fancy. Although...product #3 is already in the works.