Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC

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Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC
Price: $142.99
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Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC.

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 new 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. Maybe this feature is the first in R/C Car industry.

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 heatsink 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. Runtime 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:
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@3A
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

This product was added to our catalog on August 1, 2018

Matt Maus
Verified Owner
Sunday, Jun 9 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC
Had a bad sensor wire out of the box. Contacted Hobbywing and they sent a new unit immediately, before even receiving the defective one. Amazing customer support! Every manufacturer has a problem every once in a while. This is my second axe esc/system, nothing else comes close for a crawler. It feels like cheating! Great bec runs a savox 1210sg without any problems. I will keep running these as long as they make them!
vinh ky
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Apr 15 2020 (about 3 years ago)
Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC
Alrighty, i've spent about 8 - 10 hours on forums, trouble shooting and finally... Hobbywing.

This unit has been discontinued by HW (30112100) v1, which the newer AXE FOC esc 30112101 is the v1.1.

If you buy this esc, it will work fine with the 540 motors (1200, 1800 and 2300kv) However while the HW does list this esc will work with the 550 motors (2700 / 3300kv)... you need to update the firmware in order for it to work.

I bought this esc with a 550 motor and could not get the firmware to update. Per my conversation with HW...

I would have to have a 540 motor in order to pair it with the app. HW technician did mention he didn't believe there's much difference v1 vs v1.1 esc except fan threads option and the firmware pre-loaded on the v1.1 to communicate with 550 motors.

TL:DR: Older version of esc, only buy if you plan on pairing with 540 motors... otherwise buy the v1.1 if you plan on using 550 motors!
Robert Smith
Verified Owner
Sunday, Nov 10 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC
The xerun AXE FOC works. It will improve your crawler. Very controlled creep up or down. Super smooth and quite. Almost can’t tell your rig is moving at times. Plus you will maintain constant torque with little trigger input, while climbing or going over obstacles. Bluetooth makes it a snap to setup or make changes while you crawl. Plus no adapter is needed for any changes or updates. It’s done all via your phone.
Jim Berg
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jun 29 2019 (about 4 years ago)
Hobbywing Xerun AXE FOC Waterproof Brushless ESC
If you want the utmost in control and drivability, HW Axe system has got it all! All of my rigs will have this setup for sure!!