Any RC enthusiasts? Input/advice wanted on a project idea.
I've wanted to get into the remote controlled (RC) hobby for awhile now, but scratching just a bit deeper than the cheap toys you can buy at a department store can start to get quite expensive. I...
I've wanted to get into the remote controlled (RC) hobby for awhile now, but scratching just a bit deeper than the cheap toys you can buy at a department store can start to get quite expensive. I also feel like the fun will wear quite quickly buying a complete car. A kit car could be interesting, but I wanted something more.
I recently had the idea (definitely not novel) to make it more of project and build my own RC car, relying on 3D printing, laser cut, and metal components where necessary (though I'm sure after a few crashes, it'll start to feel like every component). My skill level with electronics is relatively low and I know I'll enjoy the mechanical challenges more, so I'm coming to you on the question of electrics.
In my cursory searches for the electrical components, I believe I need the following:
- Transmitter & Receiver
- Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) & Motor
- Battery & some sort of battery charger
- Servo motor
I've mostly been looking for brands that offer the full suite. Probably limiting my assessment, but made it easier to get started exploring. So far it seems like Spektrum might be the best price point for the whole set (though still not cheap by any means):
- Spektrum Dx3 Transmitter w/ SR315 Receiver
- Spektrum Firma 70A Brushed ESC w/ Brushed Motor
- 5000mAh 2S LiPo Battery w/ Charger
- Standard Digital Servo
I'm mostly wondering if I'm missing anything component-wise. Or if I'm going completely off-base with jumping to these types of components when I could be fine with something much cheaper. I tried to start with looking at what entry-level RC recommendations there are, but most of those lead to kit cars. Also, my overall lack of familiarity with electrical components means I haven't even considered what sort of simple DC motors I could get by with, though I guess I'm not looking to program anything at the moment.
I've not invested anything besides time researching so any input/advice is welcome. Thanks for reading!