What is an ESC

Discussion in 'Electrical & Radio' started by brownjm74, Apr 8, 2008.

  1. brownjm74

    brownjm74 Member

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    I know this may be common place for ya'll but I am very new in this hobby and have NO knowledge in RC. I am trying to learn all I can about RC so I have a better understanding on how it all works. I see lots of post with lot of abbreviations and have no idea what they stand for. Such as ESC??? Maybe there should be a page of all the abbreviations that are used in this hobby and what they stand for. Thanks for the info.

    Jeremy
     
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  2. specialist

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    ESC= Electronic Speed Control.

    A solid state device for regulating motor speed.
     
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  3. Tugboat

    Tugboat Facilitator RCWC Staff Admiral (Supporter)

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    A guide to abbreviations is a good idea, we'll get one up. Don't feel bad for asking what may be simple questions. Everyone had to ask what an ESC was at some point :)
     
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  4. JustinScott

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    This is the device that will take the commands from your radio's reciever & translate it into commands that your motor will understand.

    Basically, if "you" were the radio, the the esc would be the gas pedal.
     
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  5. brownjm74

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    Thanks guys for the info. That helps out immensely!
     
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