The HYDRA X 8S is based on Castle's popular and powerful Mamba Monster X 8S. They've removed the air cooled heat sink and added a water-cooled heat sink. The final touch is an aluminum top plate that gives it a sleek and polished appearance. Attached to the top plate are two .17" aluminum water fittings and uses standard 10-32 UNF threads. The HYDRA X 8S is the ultimate enhancement that propels high-performance monohulls, up to 36 inches in length, to new heights.
CRYO-DRIVE, Castle's proprietary breakthrough technology, integrates unique software to reduce heat and dramatically increase performance. Thousands of times per second, the Hydra X 8S software minimizes the amount of time the electrical components spend generating heat. The results are more power handling, cooler ESC temperatures and longer runtimes and ultra-high performance.
It's easy to dial in ESC settings, update ESC firmware and view data logs with Castle Link USB programming kit (coupon for USB adapter included with purchase) and a Windows PC, or wirelessly with the convenience of the new B-Link Bluetooth Adapter and Castle Link app for Android or iOS. Additional tuning flexibility is available with on-the-fly adjustments from a compatible transmitter via the Auxiliary wire. It's as easy as connecting the white signal wire to an open radio channel and enabling the feature in Castle Link by selecting what Auxiliary function is preferred.
HYDRA X 8S COMES WITH:
Hydra X 8S ESC with water fittings for 1/8" tubing
Castle Creations Decals
Coupon for free Castle Link USB
Hydra X 8S Quick Start Guide
Items Needed for Operation:
The Hydra X 8S requires the use of connectors designed for high-powered electric systems, rated for 120+ amps, such as Castle CC Bullet 6.5mm, CC Bullet 8.0mm, or 6.5mm Polarized Castle Connectors, soldered to the battery leads.
Input Voltage Range 2S-8S LiPo (33.6V max)
Sensorless, Sensored Only, SmartSense and Brushed Running Modes
Powerful Integrated 8A Peak Adjustable BEC (5.5V8.0V)
CRYO-DRIVE Technology minimizes the amount of time the ESC's electrical components spend generating heat, resulting in improved thermal performance during partial throttle operation where the majority of driving occurs
ESC is housed in a rugged CNC aluminum case and potted in waterproof epoxy to protect the electronics and promote efficient heat transfer
Data logging capability to capture and record performance data from your vessel
Auxiliary wire functionality for "on-the-fly" adjustments using your transmitter
Audible alerts for easy diagnosis of common issues such as motor-over-temperature and low-voltage cutoff
Convenient transmitter programming for six common adjustable settings including cutoff voltage and drag brake
Castle Link USB programming kit (coupon included with purchase)
Machined water-cooled heat sink with .17" water fittings.
Telemetry Compatible with S. BUS2 Telemetry Link and Futaba T4PX, T7PX and T7PXR transmitters
Optional smartphone-based programming with the B-LINK Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately) and Castle Link app available on Google Play or Apple App Store.
Proudly designed and manufactured in Olathe, KS USA and backed by Castle Creations' 1-year warranty
- Application Guidelines: RC Hobby boats up to 36"
- Input Voltage Range: MIN: 2S LiPo, MAX: 8S LiPo (33.6V)
- Running Modes: Sensorless, Brushed, Sensored Only, and SmartSense when paired with a Sensored Motor.
- Water Cooling Fittings: Two .17" fittings. Uses 10-32 UNF threads.
- Size: L: 69.5mm / W: 54.1mm / H: 24.7mm
- Weight (w/wires): 155.5 grams / .34 lbs.