[NSRCA-dist7] 12s Packs Rules Proposals

[Derek Koopowitz]

Thanks for the feedback, Steve. 

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> On May 1, 2021, at 8:42 AM, Steve Hannah <shannah1806 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> 
> I’m all for this.  I don’t see any downsides, especially given that we have an overall weight limit.  
> 
>>> On Apr 30, 2021, at 07:30, Derek Koopowitz via NSRCA-dist7 <nsrca-dist7 at lists.nsrca.org> wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Good morning everyone,
>>  
>> There is a rules proposal that has been submitted to the contest board for approval that deals with 12s packs.  We are looking to have a vote soon on whether to approve or not approve this proposal.  You can find the proposal here on the AMA website - RCA22-02.
>>  
>> Please send me your thoughts on whether you think we should adopt this proposal or not.
>>  
>> Pros:
>> Higher voltage packs with less mah are cheaper
>> Less weight (in theory)
>> Cooler motors and batteries (may last longer)
>> More efficient power consumption
>>  
>> Cons:
>> Expensive to convert existing equipment to 12s
>> Doesn’t align with FAI
>> Market may not support a lot of motor options
>>  
>> Best,
>> -Derek
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