Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC

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Castle Creations Monster X Waterproof 1/8th Scale Brushless ESC takes Castle’s legendary “monster” performance to the next level. The waterproof Monster X can run between 2S and 6S LiPo and is a great “power up” upgrade system for 1/8th scale off-road and on-road vehicles. It is also a perfect option for 1/10th scale monster trucks and custom RC monstrosities weighing up to 15 lbs!

Extreme Power • Extreme Control • Extreme Fun!
The Monster X provides even more extreme performance than the Monster 2. Most notable is the addition of a programmable Auxiliary Wire that allows users to make “on-the-go” adjustments to several settings, such as torque control and max throttle. The Auxiliary Wire allows users to fine-tune the performance of their Monster X ESC right from the transmitter using an auxiliary channel on the receiver. The AUX wire function is disabled by default but is programmable via Castle Link. Once the user has programmed the functionality of the AUX wire, that setting can then be adjusted on-the-go from a compatible transmitter. The Monster X also features updated Audible Alerts that will notify drivers of possible issues with their calibrations and error conditions to help diagnose problems in the field.

Sensored Motor Capable
The Monster X can also be configured to run sensored brushless motors with the purchase of an optional Sensor Harness from Castle Creations. This sensored-motor capability delivers the smooth power delivery that racers, rock racers and rock crawlers demand.

Extreme Power
The Monster X is capable of running from 2S to a maximum of 6S LiPo power, but now features an improved heavy-duty adjustable Battery Eliminator Circuit (BEC) to provide plenty of power for today’s power hungry servos. The Monster X BEC voltage is adjustable from 5.5V, 6.0V, 7.5V and 8.0V with an 8 AMP peak. The Monster X also comes standard with a highly efficient, 30mm ESC cooling fan.

Monster X Data Logging
The Monster X also has the ability to capture and record performance data from your last couple of runs, commonly referred to as data logging. This data can be downloaded via the upcoming Castle Quick Connect Duo (sold separately) that allows the user access to both wires into the single Castle Link connection. The user can then analyze this data and make adjustments to the ESC to maximize both performance and battery life.

Telemetry Ready (Compatibility Coming Soon for Futaba T4PX Transmitters!)
The Monster X is telemetry ready, which means owners of Futaba T4PX Transmitters will be able to purchase the Castle Creations S.BUS Telemetry Link when it is released. Real-time data such as ESC temperature, voltages and RPM can be monitored to ensure performance advantages and spare you the “unknown” parameters that all R/C enthusiasts experience at some point. Telemetry data provides another level of protection, can increase your “tuning awareness” and in turn, let you have more time having fun.

Castle Link Adjustable Settings for Monster X include:

  • Brake/Reverse Type
  • LiPo Cutoff Voltage
  • Brake Amount
  • Drag Brake
  • Motor Type

Additional Castle Link Benefits include:

  • Access all firmware updates, included added feature sets released from Castle Engineering FREE of charge.
  • Intuitive Demo Mode
  • Ability to save basic to complex setup profiles for later use.

Specifications:
Input Voltage Range: MIN: 2S LiPo; MAX: 6S LiPo (25.2V)
BEC Specifications: Adjustable: 5.5V, 6.0V, 7.5V. or 8.0V (8A Peak), default 5.5V
Operating Environment: Waterproof* design allows for use in nearly any environment. (*See Product Use Statements)
Brake: Proportional
Reversible: Yes - with lockout
On/Off Switch: Yes
ESC Cooling Fan: Yes, factory equipped (30mm), fully removable and replaceable. (**See Product Use Statements)
Size: 5.3cm x 4.9cm
Weight (w/wires): 111.1 g
Application Guidelines: Up to 6S (25.2 Volt) operation in vehicles weighing less than 15 lbs, with batteries, ready-to-run.
Items Needed for Operation: Battery Connector required, Castle 6.5mm Connectors are recommended.

Product Use Statements:     

  • *Although Mamba Monster X and Castle brushless motors are waterproof, they are not intended for operation while completely submerged in liquid. They can corrode when exposed to corrosive materials, such as salt water. Always rinse the ESC and motor with clean water after exposure to corrosives or dirt. While the motor and controller may be waterproof, Castle suggests 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.
  • Not all LiPos are created equal, and surge ratings should never be used to determine a pack’s suitability for a brushless application. Use the CONTINUOUS C rating only. Mamba Monster setups frequently hit 100+ amps in peaks. Castle strongly suggest using 5,000 mAh or larger LiPo cells with a discharge rating of at least 30C (or high quality 25C batteries such as Traxxas® Power Cells®). Castle's experience suggests using only mild gear ratios with NiMH cells. Do not attempt to use NiMH cells in extreme setups.

This product was added to our catalog on September 2, 2015

Josh Hengel
Verified Owner
Sunday, Mar 5 2017 (about 7 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Very nice esc.Well built and waterproof.
One major drawback is that it takes a special sensor cable that doesn't come in the box. Very frustrating.
Domi Canca
Monday, Jun 6 2016 (about 7 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Funciona perfecto hasta hoy, lo llevo con motor tekin 2050kv en mbx7 y con sensores y perfecto. Sólo un punto negativo; el ventilador es muy malo, se me ropió en la segunda batería le puse otro y lo mismo se rompieron las aspas. Al final he optado por poner un ventilador 25x25 atornillado al disipador, para esto hay que quitar la parte superior de la carcasa o la cubierta.

Es la única pega, el ventilador. Por lo demás, perfecto.

works perfect until today, I carry with motor 2050kv Tekin mbx7 and sensors and perfect. Only one negative point; the fan is very bad, I was in the second battery ropió I put one and the same blades broke. In the end I decided to put a 25x25 fan bolted to the sink, for this top of the casing or cover must be removed.

The only downside is the fan. Otherwise, perfect.
Andrew Kirk
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 25 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Was running 6s in my Arrma Outcast paired with the Castle 1515 motor and the Castle Bluetooth on pavement doing a speed run where the truck locked up and started smoking. The speed control is dead... No lights no receiver power either (battery tests good) also the motor stinks and one bearing locked up. honestly, I only had a few runs in on the motor.... Around 20 runs total on the esc and truck, this is my second 1515 that locked up.
Chris Grippin
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Feb 25 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
This ESC is great. Except for the cooling fan. The fan stopped working shortly after getting the ESC on the car it's been installed on
Barion Snowten
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Dec 24 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Product works great. Well buy more for future projects.
Benny Wong S'pore
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Oct 23 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
This is a great ESC for running a 1/8 scale truck/buggy. it is sensor and sensorless esc. I use it to run on a sensor 550 7.5T motor in the rain. but the sensor port on the motor side is shorted with water sip in the the buggy become clogging . I remove the sensor cable to run after. it is ok with no issue at all. just clean n dry after that. everything went well . Buy this ESC if you want something that can play wet and dry. Thank you Amain and Castle .
Anonymous
Verified Owner
Thursday, Feb 15 2018 (about 6 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Probably the best ESC on the market right now. The aux wire is what makes it so great, Currently run 3 of these in a bomber, wraith and rock rey and they all perform flawless. They are little big for "crawlers" but perform perfect. Also like the fact that switch wire is a part of harness so you can replace if needed. Only gripe is the first two did not come with a sensor harness, but the last one came with 2.. go figure.
Matt
Wednesday, Feb 7 2018 (about 6 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Good but not great. There's huge power on tap but the final 10-15% seems to come in a rush and therefore the throttle doesn't feel as smooth as my TO Vortex Pro X.
The fan is rubbish and like the vortex it's hidden within a plastic shroud that makes non-OEM spares / aftermarket fans difficult to use. I've cut the top off my shroud so I could fit a deeper 30mmx30mm brushless fan after the original started coughing and spluttering after only a few packs. The open design of the mamba X or muchmore esc is far better and thankfully newer ESC's all appear to be moving in that direction.
Castle offers fantastic support and the tech guys there are more than willing to help with any inquiry. They also offer a discounted replacement ESC should you somehow destroy one through your own misadventure...
The telemetry works well and is useful for diagnostics.
I tried the torque limiting option but found it glitchy where it would hesitate on occasion when putting the power down.
I'd say this ESC is more of a serious basher with racing as an after-thought. Not offering the sensor cable adapter standard doesn't help. I reckon the monster will be a winner when castle get around to giving it the mamba X treatment and further refine the throttle curve.
Edwin Lomonaco
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Nov 15 2023 (4 months ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Love everything about it so far. Only wish it had a settings button like the Hobbywing and stock Arrma systems. Also needs a high speed fan.
Ben Moore
Verified Owner
Thursday, Sep 14 2023 (6 months ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
This is an awesome ESC. Plenty of power to run my puller trucks.
Easy to calibrate
Easy to bind
Well worth the money
Scottieh Harris
Verified Owner
Friday, Nov 11 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Greatly enjoyed ? quickly with all the work that you do to help me out
Eddie Bennett
Verified Owner
Sunday, Oct 30 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Absolutely incredible ESC!
I have owned this for almost 2 years and I have thrown everything at it including drag racing which can put a lot of most ESC’s to bed early and it still is the one ESC I can pull back out of the box when others go bad and it still put the power out. Castles employees are fantastic to work with as well thank you for making such a great product!
Jordan Pritchett
Verified Owner
Thursday, Oct 13 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
My esc might be defective because it was running but then stopped running it’s like cutting off and on I just ordered it is there anyway I could return it to exchange for another one?.
Greg
Verified Owner
Monday, Sep 12 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Love this speed control! Usually only running on 4s so I'm far from pushing its limits. Really smooth in the lower rpm range. It has been a great fit for my Corally Sketer. The pics and manual imply that motor connectors are included but they are not. Castle customer service was super responsive and sent me a set of connectors at no charge.
Mike Besse
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Jul 20 2022 (about a year ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Built well, light weight, with the 6mm bullets and 10g wire it will handle anything you put through it.
Bryon Howard
Verified Owner
Monday, Feb 14 2022 (about 2 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
I like it. It works. I am young it for dragracing. Have one in now it's 2years old
michael king
Verified Owner
Monday, Aug 10 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
This castle creations esc kicks was with no apologies given bruh. Castle won me back with this one.
Adrien Moore
Verified Owner
Thursday, Jul 23 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Ships very fast, great product no issues way so ever
Jordan
Verified Owner
Sunday, May 24 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Mamba X wasn't cutting it with a 4100kv Puller Pro R motor on a TRX6. High temps from a motor that can pull 1700 watts and 150 amps. The Mamba X was staying at 155 to 175f throughout a 5ah 11.1v pack. Enter the Monster X. It runs the same setup at 135 to 155f.

Other than the power handling its as great as the Mamba X. A little hard to fit, but that's why the 1/8th scale esc can easily handle the loads.

Oh, and it definitely came with the sensor harness along with tinned motor wires and 6.5mm bullets. The sensor port dust cover just lifts off.

It is difficult to solder the thicker wire and make sure you have a good iron. My 60 watt setup had a hard time heating up the wires.
Tim Kachel
Verified Owner
Sunday, Apr 5 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Castle Creations Mamba Monster X Waterproof 1/8 Scale Brushless ESC
Happy with this ESC so far. Very smooth for a sensorless system and very adjustable.