For charging you can use 18AWG or 20AWG
For the ESC you need 12AWG
For charging you can use 18AWG or 20AWG
For the ESC you need 12AWG
at least 12awg, 10awg if you can fit that and solder that to connectors.
I used to think so, but now I think 12AWG is better even if you can fit 10AWG. If you need 10AWG, then you probably need 8AWG, and you’ll definitely know it because you’ll probably be making a racing sled or something not typical. When in doubt, C4 12AWG
And on that topic, sometimes you can even get by with as small as 24AWG for charging if you never exceed 4A but I wouldn’t use wire that small because it’s less vibration resistant on the solder joints.
Check the chart
not sure how much I agree with this. I ended up doubling up 12awg wire as i didnt have any 10awg, but 8 would be a bitch to solder onto an xt90. Also 8awg would be too thick to make the sharp bend I need, so 10awg would’ve been ideal.
I just got 12 awg for everything, VESC, connecting to batteries, anti spark and the charger
Yea I just got 12 awg for everything, VESC, connecting the two lipos in series, anti spark and charge port
About to get a smart BMS (my last part I need!) anyone know any codes for coupons? Just wondering since the option is there
Make sure to get a lipo BMS if you’re using lipos.
Get the smart BMS that is 10S Li-ion (3.7V), Lipo and LiFePO4 are not the same thing.
@Red_souls The one you have in your cart is correct.
The one that Red_souls has in his cart is correct. I was just making sure Aviator didn’t confuse him into buying a LiFePO4 BMS by saying lipo.
Jesus I can’t read sorry, thought you said incorrect
Yea I knew it was correct, was just asking if anyone knew any coupon codes
I bought mine from AliExpress. Ended up being about $36 with free shipping that arrived in just 12 days.
Huh, I thought you would need a different BMS for lipo and li-ion. I stand corrected.
bms for lipo
Smart BMS for lipo is awesome! No need to take the pack apart to balance charge every time. Bluetooth for checking voltage is really nice too
Is there a way I can track miles and speed with the BMS as well?
bms just does battery stuff
you’ll need an esc wuth bluetooth or a bluetooth module to plug into the esc for that info
or a robogotchi
Wow. I decided to read this whole thread for memories when I didn’t know shit about anything
crazy what reading and researching does for you. Right now i’m about done with my first electric skateboard build. Crazy I would ever get this far honestly, this is more of a appreciation post to everyone that’s helped me understand the basics of basically everything that makes up an esk8. Can say now I know a good amount of info and how everything works. Went from not knowing how to solder to being an amateur, just finished painting the enclosure, finished soldering all the electronics a week ago and finished the motor mount, now all I have to do is program everything. Test every single part to make sure it’s running at peak performance and take it out on it’s first maiden voyage, can check out my DIY build thread here in case your interested