REEDY POWER SP5 Competition Stock Motors User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- REEDY POWER
Table of Contents
REEDY POWER SP5 Competition Stock Motors
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of Reedy’s Sonic SPS Competition Brushless Motor. Thanks to input from our racing team and customers, the Reedy R&D team has developed an entirely new spec class racing motor from the ground up. This state-ofthe-art design incorporates the latest performance developments along with the engineering experience that is responsible for 30 World Championship titles.
FEATURES
- CNC machined housing w/optimized air cooling
- High-power stator design
- Low-resistance solder tabs and collector ring
- Balanced rotor w/high-strength magnet
- Dual precision ball bearings
- Aluminum end cap w/adjustable timing
- Completely rebuildable
- Competition proven
- Built to ROAR/EFRA/BRCA specifications
PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
- Please read the instructions before installing and operating your motor
- Avoid over gearing by monitoring motor temperature. Operating temperatures should not exceed BOC (175F)
- Be sure to use the proper size motor mounting screws
- Do not over-tighten the motor mounting screws
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
- Your motor should be installed using 3mm screws with a length that does not allow the screw to extend into the motor more than 4mm. Otherwise, the screw can damage the motor’s internal components.
- Do not over-tighten the motor mounting screws. Doing so may strip the mounting hole threads.
- Solder the three leads from your Electronic Speed Control (ESC) noting the A, B, and C connections. Do not allow solder to bridge the gap between each connection.
- Plug the sensor cable into the motor and ESC sensor ports.
- To clean your motor, lightly brush dirt away on a regular basis paying particularly close attention to the area around the ball bearing. Occasionally add a small drop of bearing oil. DO NOT spray cleaners or solvents into the motor.
GEARING AND TIMING
The correct gear ratio depends on several factors, so it is impossible to
determine an exact ratio for any particular motor. Your best option is to
consult with other racers in your class or the dealer from which you bought
your motor to determine a good starting gear ratio. Or you can visit
www.reedypower.com for an up-to-date gearing and
application chart. Reedy representatives are also available by calling the
customer service telephone number on the website.
Timing can be adjusted by loosening the three screws and rotating the aluminum
end cap. Rotating the end cap counter-clockwise adds timing which increases
the motor’s RPM. Be aware that by adding timing, motor temperatures will
increase and battery duration will decrease. Motor longevity may be
compromised. Those with limited motor tuning experience should leave the
timing at the factory setting.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Cells …………………………… 1 – 2S LiPo
- Diameter (mm) …………….. 35.9
- Length (mm) ………………… 52.5
- Shaft Dia. (mm) ……………. 3.15
- Weight (g) ……………………. 147 – 151
WARRANTY
Due to the competition nature of this product, this motor is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of purchase. Motors that have been mishandled, abused, used incorrectly, used for an application other than intended or damaged by the user are not covered under warranty. Associated Electrics, Inc. is not liable for any loss or damage, whether direct or indirect, incidental or consequential, or from any special situation, arising from the use, misuse, or abuse of this product.
Visit www.reedypower.com for a complete list of tuning rotors, spare parts, and complete list of specifications.
Associated Elecbics, Inc. declares that this product complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the European directive 20141.30/EU
The crossed-out wheeled bin means that within the European Union the product must be taken to separate collection at the product’s end of llfe. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted munlclpal waste.
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