When routing wires in your drone, it’s important to keep them as short as possible to reduce the risk of interference and voltage drops. If the wires are too long, you can twist them to keep them neat and tidy, which also help against interference. Connectors are an essential component for attaching two components temporally, such as the battery and ESC. You can also use connectors if you don’t like soldering. Transfer Multisort Elektronik sp. z o.o., ul. Ustronna 41, 93-350 Łódź hereby informs you that it will be the controller of your personal data. I used the SkyRC D200Neo charger and the BD350 Battery Analyzer for this testing, which allows me to log data and plot graphs. However the BD350 only works on a minimum of a 2S battery, that’s why you are going to see the test were done with 2S LiPo and not 1S. Answer: Avoid overheating. If your connector is getting hot, it is an indicator that there might be too much current flowing through it for its design specifications. Over time, excessive heat can degrade the materials and performance of the connector. To ensure longevity, you should consider replacing it with one that is rated for a higher current capacity. It’s also crucial to ensure proper installation and secure connections to reduce the likelihood of issues like cold solder joints. Q: Is it correct to pull the connector by the wire when disconnecting it?

The heat dissipation performance of the multi-strand wire is better than that of the single-strand wire because the multi-strand wire has a certain gap. My X8 octocopter won’t lift off when I add more payload to it. Right now the AUW is 15lbs (with no gimbal, cameras or FPV accessories). When I connect one battery it hovers fine but will only fly for a few mins, but when I add two batteries, in parallel, then due to the added weight it takes off for two seconds and lands hard as it starts yawing to the right.

We have a similar topics on the forum if you’d like to learn more about this subject and like to comment. Edit History Deans vs XT60: The Battle of the Connectors FAQs of XT30 and Deans Connector Q: Is the plug getting hot due to excessive current? Exceeding the rating of the wire can lead to several serious consequences, such as burnt ESC and silicone insulated wires, melted solder, and more. If we’re talking about RC planes, you’re likely to crash in flight because of this. Likewise, if the wires are too thin, the battery can’t provide enough power to the motor.

XT30: Small-sized. Ideal for small drones, RC cars (1/16, 1/14 scale), RC planes under 1m wingspan, and 250-size quadcopters. Most suitable for 2S and 3S LiPo batteries with capacities below 1500mAh. Physical properties: In terms of softness, the silicone wire is relatively soft. And PVC is relatively hard. At low temperatures, PVC wire is softer than silicone wire. There are several types of wires available, the most common type used in FPV drones is silicone stranded wire. Compared to solid core wires, stranded wires are more flexible and easier to work with. For signals, it’s less of a problem and you can use any connector you want. However, when it comes to battery or any high current applications, it’s crucial to choose the right type of connector, because like wires, connectors also have a current limitation.

Application: for signals, power for your FPV system, receiver etc, basically anything that isn’t battery or motor related. Application: for XT30 on sub250 builds, and motor wire extension for 5″ builds. 18AWG also works well if you don’t mind the slight extra weight. Answer: Yes, that’s one possible reason. Overcurrent can cause connectors to overheat because as current flows through the connector, resistance can generate heat. However, another reason might be a poor solder joint, sometimes referred to as a “cold solder joint”. This can create additional resistance and localized heating. Q: How can the durability of connectors be improved?