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Esprit Tech
P.O. Box 360815
Melbourne, FL
32936, USA
The FALCON product line represents advanced speed controllers for use exclusively in RC airplane models. With
integrated telemetry and various possibilities of optional user configuration, the controllers offer high efficiency,
low weight and precise motor control. The integrated high-power BEC, offering 15Amps of continuous current,
is suitable even for the most demanding applications. The full power of the BEC is available at any battery voltage
within the controller specification (6-51V).
F
EATURES
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Small dimensions combined with high power motor control.
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High power BEC offers 15A continuous current (30A max). BEC overcurrent and overtemperature
protection included.
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BEC voltage setting in 0.1V steps.
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Over- and undervoltage protection, overtemperature protection, motor-stall protection.
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Configurable current limiter.
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Safety shutdown when the throttle impulse is lost.
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Configurable acceleration, timing, electromagnetic brake, motor reversing etc.
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Low acoustic noise due to high frequency switching.
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Automatic telemetry detection: Duplex EX, Hott, MSB, S.Bus2. Alternative firmware with Spektrum
SRXL2 telemetry support.
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Telemetry (RC system dependent): voltage, current, power, capacity, temperature, RPM, energy.
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Telemetry min/max values are logged.
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Configuration through the transmitter or external terminal (JETIBOX/SMART-BOX).
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Firmware updates via USB interface.
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Languages: CZ/DE/EN/FR/IT.
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Dimensions
Weight incl. cables
Continuous current
Peak current
Supply voltage
LiPo cells
LiFe cells
Cables
battery/motor
Anti-spark circuit
Recommended
connectors
Temperature range
PWM frequency
Operating current
Standby current
Propeller
positioning
Telemetry
Status LED
Active freewheeling
BEC continuous
output current
BEC peak current
BEC voltage setting
Optical isolation
Maximum RPM
External switch
voltage
External switch max.
current
*) Specified values are valid in case sufficient continuous airflow is provided.
FALCON E
LECTRONIC
U
M
SER
ANUAL
Falcon-55 SBEC
Falcon -65 SBEC
75x29.5x10mm
75x29.5x12mm
63g
50A
*
80A/2s
*
6 – 51V
2 – 12
3 – 14
2.5mm
/2.5mm
2.5mm
2
2
G4 (75A), XT90
G4 (75A), XT90
(90A)
-10÷110°C
20kHz
60mA
4mA
No
Duplex EX, Multiplex MSB, Graupner Hott, Futaba S.Bus2, Spektrum SRXL2™
12A
*
25A/2s
*
5.5 – 8.4V (0.1V steps)
S
C
PEED
ONTROLLER
F
V
IRMWARE
ERSION
Falcon -85 SBEC
80x30x13.5mm
68g
60A
*
100A/2s
120A/2s
*
6 – 51V
2 – 12
3 – 14
/2.5mm
4mm
2
2
No
G4 (75A), XT90 (90A)
(90A)
-10÷110°C
-10÷110°C
20kHz
60mA
4mA
With additional Hall-sensor
Yes
Yes
No
> 300 000 eRPM (2-pole motor)
Approx. 10V
30mA
1
Support@EspritTech.com
https://www.espritTech.com
1.07
Falcon -115 SBEC
88x32x14mm
81g
80A
*
*
6 – 51V
2 – 12
3 – 14
/2.5mm
4mm
2
2
G5.5 (150A), XT90 (90A)
20kHz
60mA
4mA
15A
*
30A/2s
*
5.5 – 8.4V (0.1V steps)
(1) 321.729.4287
90g
110A
*
170A/2s
*
6 – 51V
2 – 12
3 – 14
/4mm
2
2
-10÷110°C
20kHz
60mA
4mA
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Summary of Contents for Esprit Tech Falcon Series
- Page 1 Esprit Tech (1) 321.729.4287 P.O. Box 360815 Support@EspritTech.com Melbourne, FL https://www.espritTech.com 32936, USA FALCON E LECTRONIC PEED ONTROLLER 1.07 ANUAL IRMWARE ERSION The FALCON product line represents advanced speed controllers for use exclusively in RC airplane models. With integrated telemetry and various possibilities of optional user configuration, the controllers offer high efficiency, low weight and precise motor control.
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Page 2: Installation
NSTALLATION Fasten the controller in your model using Velcro or double-sided adhesive tape. Connect the motor and receiver according to the schematic below. You may connect the motor cables in arbitrary order, as changing direction is done by exchanging any of the two cables (alternatively also by the “Direction” parameter in the configuration). Turn on the transmitter. -
Page 3: Motor Settings
In case you need exact points on your transmitter stick, where the motor starts and where full throttle is, you can configure manual endpoints as well. Note: The controller waits for throttle-low position after startup and also every time the motor is stopped due to any error condition. -
Page 4: Backup Battery
Example: Motor brake with the following parameters: Start power = 50%, End power = 100%, Transition = 0.5s, Wait time = 0.3s. VOLTAGE AND SETTING In the Common Setting menu, you are able to modify the BEC voltage very precisely in steps of 0.1V. The controller contains a very powerful BEC which is able to deliver up to 15Amp continuous current. -
Page 5: External Switch
XTERNAL SWITCH The FALCON ESC allows you to install an external switch if needed. By default the switch is not present, so that the speed controller/BEC turns on immediately after connecting the flight battery. You can specify the type of switching element in the Common Setting –... -
Page 6: Motor Identification
Note: Use a high quality CA or Epoxy glue to fix the magnet in the rotating part. You can also drill a small hollow in the spinner and fix the magnet in it. Warning: Do not use higher PWM than necessary otherwise the motor may overheat. Generally use as low PWM as possible so that the motor holds its position reliably. - Page 7 OTOR DIRECTION REVERSING The motor reverse feature is available for RC systems with bidirectional bus support (EX Bus, SRXL2, S.Bus2). To control the motor direction you need to define an additional channel transferred through the bus system. Both cables (red and black) of the FALCON speed controller must be properly linked the receiver. First, you need to create an additional channel on you transmitter to control the motor direction.
- Page 8 ELEMETRY AND ETTINGS Plug the red data cable into the sensor slot of the JETIBOX / SMART-BOX (or corresponding receiver). Power it up with a battery (4.5 - 8.4V). Now you can safely configure the controller using the arrows on the terminal. If you use an external (optional) switch connected to the ESC, please make sure that the controller is turned on.
- Page 9 JETIBOX Menu Structure Available EX telemetry 1. Battery voltage [V] 2. Motor current [A] 3. Capacity [mAh] 4. Speed [RPM] 5. PWM [%] 6. Power [W] 7. Running time [s] 8. Energy [Wmin] – useful feature for competitions where total energy is limited (F5B, F5D).
- Page 10 Futaba and Multiplex connection Futaba and Multiplex systems do not offer wireless device configuration. The telemetry transmission is possible with the following fixed sensor slots: Futaba S.Bus2 slot Note Multiplex MSB slot Choose RPM sensor on slot 2. Current Choose SBS01C current sensor on Voltage slot 3.
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Page 11: Safety Information
AFETY INFORMATION • Operate the FALCON controller always in dry environment and within the device limits stated in this guide. Never expose the device to excessive heat or cold outside the working area. • Provide sufficient airflow to prevent controller overheating. •... -
Page 12: Firmware Update
IRMWARE PDATE Firmware updates for the FALCON ESC are transferred from a PC via the USB interface. The required programs and files are available at www.espritmodel.com. Install the MAV Manager software and the USB drivers on your computer. Check the system requirements. 1) Make sure that the battery flight pack is disconnected and the FALCON ESC is unpowered.
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