[NSRCA-dist7] 12s Packs Rules Proposals

[Derek Koopowitz]

Thanks for the feedback, Jon. 

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> On May 6, 2021, at 1:53 PM, Jon Carter <joncarter60 at comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> 
> Derek – I think it’s a start! Let’s try it out.
>  
> Jon Carter
>  
> From: NSRCA-dist7 [mailto:nsrca-dist7-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Derek Koopowitz via NSRCA-dist7
> Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 7:30 AM
> To: nsrca-dist7 at lists.nsrca.org
> Subject: [NSRCA-dist7] 12s Packs Rules Proposals
>  
> 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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