MGM Compro 160 - RC-Monster Forums

rcjmaxx · **MGM Compro 160 -** 08.12.2005, 12:34 PM

I'm very interested in this new MGM Compro 160 amp speed controll.I have an Emaxx with a Lehner XL2000 and a 9918 that has major brake-fade.I read that this MGM has 16 cell capabilities or 5s lipo packs and best of all a built-in low voltage cutoff for lipo.Has anyone tried this controller yet? Just user friendly is it? I'm at an excellent point to buy but I'd like some real world experience and/or feedback before i make this move.ALL pros and cons are welcome. Thanks

captain harlock · 08.12.2005, 12:37 PM

If this thing is really the way you discribed it, then I guess I'm gonna get one instead of the Mamba Maxx.

08.12.2005, 02:02 PM

Haven't heard of this one yet.
Are you sure it's a car controller?

rcjmaxx · 03:38 PM

Mike has it for sale here.The description refers to it as "perhaps the ultimate 'big truck' brushless controller". What is this Mambo Maxx?

Re~Mix · 08.12.2005, 05:28 PM

Its computer programmable with dual heat sinks and more rc car oriented. Supposedly its able to disable the prop brake and enable coasting. If its all it sounds like, and knowing my mgm it should be. Looks like a great controller. Very affordable for the stats.

captain harlock · 08.12.2005, 07:24 PM

The Mamba Maxx is a car/truck controller that is made by Castle Creations. The thing is capable of 120 amps continuous and 400 amps surge. It can handle both brushless and brushed motors and it is also made in america which makes services pretty easy just like Novak. The design is similar to the Hacker master controller and the Schulze U-Force controller with the capability to handle 16 cells and you get the choice of soldering the wires you desire on the posts specified for the motor and battery leads.

Monster, what is the dimentions of the Compro 160 controller BTY?

Batfish · 08.12.2005, 08:24 PM

Mike sent me this PDF a few weeks ago. Since he's carrying them now and I think he's gone to Monster Madness (so won't be around to post for a couple days), I don't think he'll mind me attaching it here.

This PDF has a little bit of the technical and a couple pictures to give you a better idea.

captain harlock · 08.12.2005, 11:55 PM

Thanks, looks very helpful.

maxxdude1234 · **Re: MGM Compro 160 -** 08.13.2005, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by rcjmaxx
I'm very interested in this new MGM Compro 160 amp speed controll.I have an Emaxx with a Lehner XL2000 and a 9918 that has major brake-fade.I read that this MGM has 16 cell capabilities or 5s lipo packs and best of all a built-in low voltage cutoff for lipo.Has anyone tried this controller yet? Just user friendly is it? I'm at an excellent point to buy but I'd like some real world experience and/or feedback before i make this move.ALL pros and cons are welcome. Thanks

I run a 2000XL with the warrior 7020, and I don't get any break fade. I know breaking hard will cause the controller to heat up fast, so just try to break a little less hard and less often (eg. changing down into first gear). The mgm160 might be better, but it can only accomodate 16cells, and on 16cells the 2000XL is going to run pretty slowly. I run mine with 18 and I am planning on using 20 (GP2000's) when I've got the cash.

rcjmaxx · 08.13.2005, 03:23 PM

Maxxdude,how many mph are you getting with your XL2000 on 18 cells?

Serum · 08.14.2005, 04:59 AM

my guess it will run 45-50 mph with ease. it has got 1800 watts with good batteries.

About the MGM pdf, does anyone here run this mount friendly MGM controller?

nitrostarter · 08.14.2005, 11:16 AM

I like what I see but Im afraid to be the guinea pig

Batfish · 08.14.2005, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Serum

About the MGM pdf, does anyone here run this mount friendly MGM controller?

I spent the day with RC-Monster Mike at Monster Madness yesterday. He ran a 16016 with both a Feigao and a Lehner. I think it performed very well under the conditions (nearly 100F ambient temps). With a few measurements, I didn't find the controller over 160. On average, the controller stuck around 130-140, which is great in 100 degree weather.
We had some programming options to work through, but I didn't see any other specific issues with the controller. I went home with one of the new 8012 controllers in this style, which will end up in my Brushless Jato in the next week.

I'll let Mike give his verdict on this controller after he has run it in the mains today.

Mike is happy to be his own guinea pig :)

Serum · 08.14.2005, 05:03 PM

Nothing wrong with that..

nitrostarter · 08.14.2005, 06:08 PM

That sounds promising. Which Feigao and Lehner motors did he use?