Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor

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Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Price: $199.99
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This is the Hobbywing 540 AXE FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo with 2300kv motor.

V1.1 Firmware (01-00.2.01) for the XeRun AXE ESC has improved the following features:

  • RPM/Throttle Matching - 3 Settings: RPM/Throttle Matching, allows you to adjust the way your system will react to changes in load/terrain on trail. The setting can be used to create a "brushed motor" feel. If you like the way a brush motor drives, use setting #1. Setting #2 (Default) is like the original ESC. Setting #3, improves the consistency of the motor RPM over different loads.
  • Setup Process - Automatic Motor Pairing Improves: Loose rear endplate, severe impact, or abnormal heat (during the operation) abnormal power output occurs to the motor. This process allows you to reset your motor F.O.C. for the update and calibrates the motor sensors to the firmware. See below for complete details and the simple walk through.
  • Motor "punch" or instant start up: The motors response to instant throttle inputs, or "clicking" to full throttle has been improved.
  • Drag Brake: Minor changes to how the drag brake operates to to be more smooth and responsive.
  • Motor Operation: Improved high rpm efficiency.
  • More RPM: Overall, slight gains in RPM, and basic performance
  • 550 Size Motor: Update includes additions for the AXE 550 size 2700 and 3300 kv motors

FOC (Field-oriented Control) for Super Linearity, High Torque & Extreme Silence
Hobbywing sensor technology has changed the feel, performance, and overall tune-ability of the Axe ESC and Motor in ways some have never experienced. Field-oriented Control is the name of this updated tech, and is something never seen before in the scale trail, rock racing, and rc world in-general. This style of sensor allows extremely accurate control and sensing of the motor while maintaining extreme performance and reliability. The motor and ESC are able to match the RPM of the motor to your throttle position under all driving conditions. This greatly improves down hill driving giving this system the ability to drive down hill under complete control. FOC technology also makes the whole system extremely silent, the motor doesn't create any PWM noise when it is running.

Intelligent Torque Output & Speed, Closed-loop Control for Easy Control
The FOC sensors, combined with Intelligent Torque output and closed loop speed control mean the ESC and motor will maintain the motor’s Torque level and RPM as the vehicles conditions change. Uphill, down hill, under load, you name it, your Axe system will do what you’re telling it to do.

Patented “Staggered Pole” Rotor Design for Ultra-low Torque Ripple
The Axe motor not only has a unique sensor design, but compared to other rock crawler motor designs, the Axe uses an improved staggered pole rotor design. What does this mean? Smoother operation with no cogging, and very clean and consistent deceleration. Smoother brakes, smoother power, and transitions between each are improved. This is specific to trail and rock crawling and allows extremely precise throttle control under any load conditions.

Battery Reverse Polarity Protection
The AXE FOC Crawler system has been designed with a very unique feature protecting your ESC from damage caused by Battery Reverse Polarity, so no matter how many times you reverse the battery connections the AXE ESC and the paired motor are safe from damage. 

Applicable to All Weather & Track Conditions
The IP-67 waterproof has been taken to a new level with the AXE System. Completely sealed ESC design with robust heat-sink case design ensure the ESC is ready for anything you throw at it. The motor as well, is sealed, and combines a Hobbywing exclusive sensor harness. No messy extra steps to make your system water proof.

High Driving Efficiency for Long Battery Life
Extremely efficient design comes from a combination of methods. The FOC sensors provided significant improvements to overall motor performance when compared to standard brushless setups. Run-time is increased dramatically while maintaining exceptional levels of power and response.

Professional Drag Brake Adjustments & Super Parking Capacity
Drag brake rate, and drag brake tuning allows scalers to adjust not only the hill/hold/drag brake, but how quickly the brake applies. This allows high speed driving without sudden jerks or stops when releasing the throttle. The drag brake itself is super charged, and able to be run at extremely high levels. Compared to a standard crawling brushless setup, the drag brake in the Axe System can be rated at 200% in comparison.

Innovative Sensor Port
The sensor harness is more than just water proof, and will take on all elements from water to mud and dirt/dust. No need for anything extra, o-ring sealed, and uses a screw together design to ensure it won’t come loose.

Built-in Bluetooth for Connecting the Mobile APP Directly
Built in connectivity means exactly that. The ESC has Blue Tooth built right in! Nothing extra is needed to access the ESC’s complete on board programming but your smart phone device and the Free Hobbywing App from your App Store. No extra devices, wires or connections required! APPs will be available both IOS and Android.

Built-in High-precision Magnetic Encoder
A high precision magnetic encoder is used in the motor to ensure precision and consistent information is provided to the ESC. This allows the ESC to have more information from the motor than standard “hall” type sensors and provides improved performance and efficiency.

Advanced and Secure Electronic Switch
The dust, dirt, and waterproof switch housing ensures a long reliable life for your ESC, will not suffer from the problems most standard on/off switches encounter.

Multiple Programmable Items
With enough settings to keep your vehicle running “just right”, there are also timing/boost settings, just in case it’s not fast enough, this feature allows you to unleash some extra top speed from your Axe System. Sometimes the trails are long and winding, so more wheel speed is welcome!

Specifications:

  • ESC
    • Scale: 1/10th
    • Brushed/Brushless: Brushless
    • Sensored/Sensorless: SD FOC
    • Waterproof: YES (IP67?
    • Applications: 1/10 Rock Crawler
    • Cont./Peak Current: 60A/360A
    • Input Voltage: 2-3S Lipo/6-9 Cell NiMH
    • BEC Output: Switch Mode:6V/7.4V@4A Continuous
    • Wires & Connectors
      • Input Wires: Red-14AWG-200mm*1/ Black-14AWG-200mm*1
      • Output Wires: No
      • Input Connectors: XT60
      • Output Connectors: Solder Posts
    • ESC Programing via
      • SET Button on ESC: Not Supported
      • LED Program Box: Not Supported
      • LCD Program Box: Not Supported
      • WiFi Module: Not Supported
      • Bluetooth Connection: Supported
      • Firmware Upgrade: Supported
    • Size: 47.4x36.2x24.6mm
    • Weight: 82g
  • Motor
    • Poles: 4
    • Resistance: .037?
    • No Load Current: 1.5A
    • Diameter: 36.0mm (1.42")
    • Length: 48.8mm (1.92")
    • Shaft Diameter: 3.175 (0.125")
    • Shaft Length: 15.5mm (0.61")
    • Weight: 175g (6.17oz)
NOTE: Xerun AXE series is a closed-system: Due to its advanced technology, HOBBYWING Xerun AXE ESC works exclusively with Xerun AXE brushless motor. 

This product was added to our catalog on June 12, 2019

Diego Franco
Verified Owner
Thursday, Feb 13 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
I have a Trx4 & 6 and an Axial capra. all work great with this combo. This was my third sistem so. For me is a great product.
Hunter Vance
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Jun 10 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Purchased for my Trx4 rig and it came packaged very well and works amazing. Definitely like this on my Trx4
Gordon Shaffer
Verified Owner
Thursday, Jul 18 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Awesome product! Fast shipping would definitely recommend it
Anthony Borstad
Verified Owner
Wednesday, May 27 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
This is an awesome set up the convenience of making profile changes with the Hobby Wing app is so slick and easy to use.
George Hatton
Verified Owner
Friday, May 22 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
This was an amazing upgrade for my SCX10 ii. The system was easy to set up and i am new to RC but it was a smooth process.
Chris Stoddart
Verified Owner
Tuesday, May 12 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
I bought this to put in my Capra. It is sweeeeet. 10/10
Robin Chambers
Verified Owner
Monday, Mar 2 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
This is my second AXE combo. Super smooth. when time I will be buying another combo.
Pavel Kuzin
Verified Owner
Friday, Feb 21 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
The combo is good, high quality. Everything works. It got up without problems, the trophy 1/10 carries perfectly.
Brian Shrier
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Jan 22 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Great fit and finish, smooth consistent crawling power.
Ed K
Verified Owner
Friday, Jan 3 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Very pleased. Motor is absolutely silent. Everything runs very smooth.

One thing to note: When using the bluetooth app, make sure the rig is within 2ft else wise it will randonly disconnect. Secondly once adjustments are made you must turn off the rig and turn back on.
anthony decicco
Verified Owner
Friday, Oct 25 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Axe system seems to run nice and smooth in my trx-4
Henry Simas
Verified Owner
Sunday, Oct 20 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
i have this combo in my TRX4 and this setup is a beast on 2S Lipo 3S is over the top. It woke this truck up and made it way more capable and easier to control. the ESC is programmable using the APP for convenience, no more wires or cards. I'm running the Traxxas light kit for the Bronco and found that I was able to still use them by soldering a connector to the batt post on the ESC since there is no external plug on the ESC. I've had no issues so far. I would recommend this to any one wanting a brushless system on their rig.
Yadi Kusumayadi
Verified Owner
Monday, Sep 16 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Esc can do slow crawling n very smooth. Then when we need punch for 80 degrees climb up with motor 2300kv my rig no hassel to reach up.
Daniel Harmon
Verified Owner
Monday, Sep 9 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
This is a great esc and motor combo. Easy set up. Smooth is an understatement. Made the scx10.2 completely different but in a good way. Highly recommend
Matthew Urban
Verified Owner
Friday, Sep 4 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
i purchased a vanquish vs4 10 ultra and a hobbywing combo motor, and was very surprised that they were being sent separately???
very inconvenient especially when it's an international purchase
Mytsak Roman
Verified Owner
Monday, Jan 13 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing AXE 540 FOC Waterproof V1.1 Sensored Brushless Combo w/2300kV Motor
Perfect wheels and tires for 1/8 rigs like Arrma Kraton Outcast talion and Tekno MT410