How many still flying CC BEC Pro?

#1RCHelifan · 11-01-2010, 12:04 AM

Currently, I have my 600 ESP setup on 12S with a CC BEC Pro. I haven't had any issues so far and am fully aware of the recall that Castle has with these units. In addition, I visit this site frequently and am also aware of the many reported CC BEC Pro failures yet I still elected to use mine - go figure. However, this afternoon I did break down and purchase the WR Hercules 14S BEC and hopefully will soon have it on my bird for a piece of mind.

I was just wondering out of sheer curiosity are there any other helifreaks out there who still using the CC Bec Pro?

nightflyr · 11-01-2010, 03:05 AM

Have 2 brand new ones sitting in a spare parts box and that's where they will stay, not risking any of my rigs so like you went and purchased WR as replacements

#1RCHelifan · 11-01-2010, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nightflyr

Have 2 brand new ones sitting in a spare parts box and that's where they will stay, not risking any of my rigs so like you went and purchased WR as rplacements

I totally agree as we have to much invested in our helis. Better safe, than sorry.

latte · 11-01-2010, 11:57 AM

I took mine off also. Might try it in a low-voltage airplane in the future, but I am not waiting for it to fail. I will use as little electronics as possible, like no-reg LiFe or liPo when possible.

I think it is much safer to use an inline regulator for the rudder-servo instead.

lavi · 11-02-2010, 04:28 AM

I run 2 CC BEC PROs on 2 ESP 12S birds
8717 and 8900 on the first one.
620 and 650 on the second one.
no issues so far.

Victor-sp · 11-02-2010, 05:14 AM

why don´t use it with a 2S lipo for more safety??

#1RCHelifan · 11-02-2010, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lavi

I run 2 CC BEC PROs on 2 ESP 12S birds
8717 and 8900 on the first one.
620 and 650 on the second one.
no issues so far.

it's your nickle not mine, but I would strongly suggest you get rid of those CC BEC Pro for a more reliable unit or set up.

nieves50 · 11-03-2010, 02:53 PM

Removed mine from my 12S T600....using the stock BEC with external battery instead. Invested a lot on my heli to have it crash or hurt someone because of a faulty component. I did take apart the CC BEC Pro and found NO indications of any failures waiting to happen so, it will go back in service on 6s for my "beater" HK600......

caralmar · 11-03-2010, 07:54 PM

Well, don't jump for joy just yet. I crashed my Gaui X5 this past weekend and its starting to smell like my WR BEC failed.

Thread is here:
http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=254468

If you have an opinion on this failure, please post in that thread so I can keep it all in one place. Thanks!

dubd · 11-03-2010, 11:15 PM

I have 4 V2 CCBEC Pros for sale. PM me if you're interested.

vegham · 11-09-2010, 05:19 AM

Still do and will continue to do it. Never had a problem.

lovespicyfood · 11-09-2010, 10:44 AM

I think what what people often fail to consider is that CC sells lots of products, they have one of the largestmarket shares in the esc/bec market. Considering that, it's quite possible that their failure rate is being exaggerated by sheer volume compared to these other more expensive options.

I've heard of failures with all of the high end becs.

My concerns were great when building my 12s 600. I emailed Castle and was astonished by their openess and honesty. Based on that I built my bird with the CC BEC Pro and I have not had a problem at all.

Of course, if it failed and my expensive heli went down in flames, I might have a different opinion. That opinion would be the same with any of the other expensive BECs out there!

Pete

11-01-2010, 03:05 AM	#2
nightflyr Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Long Island, NY	Have 2 brand new ones sitting in a spare parts box and that's where they will stay, not risking any of my rigs so like you went and purchased WR as replacements __________________ MSR, MCPX, 450s, 600, 650, 700, 800, 900, 1000 Assorted Mix Fixed Wing. AMA # 972083 Last edited by nightflyr; 11-01-2010 at 02:53 PM..

11-01-2010, 11:57 AM	#4
latte Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Norway, Fredrikstad	I took mine off also. Might try it in a low-voltage airplane in the future, but I am not waiting for it to fail. I will use as little electronics as possible, like no-reg LiFe or liPo when possible. I think it is much safer to use an inline regulator for the rudder-servo instead. __________________ 700E DFC - Vortex Compass 3Dplus - BeastX 700N FBL - BeastX 450pro 6s - 3GX

11-03-2010, 02:53 PM	#8
nieves50 Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Safety Harbor, FL.	Removed mine from my 12S T600....using the stock BEC with external battery instead. Invested a lot on my heli to have it crash or hurt someone because of a faulty component. I did take apart the CC BEC Pro and found NO indications of any failures waiting to happen so, it will go back in service on 6s for my "beater" HK600...... __________________ AMA #976001 HELIS: TREX 500 (6s), Trex 600 ESP (12S) & Trex 550 (12S): ALL FBL To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. PLANKS: Hangar 9 Pulse 60, Alpha 40 & Great Planes Revolver

11-03-2010, 07:54 PM	#9
caralmar Registered Users Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Boynton Beach, FL	Well, don't jump for joy just yet. I crashed my Gaui X5 this past weekend and its starting to smell like my WR BEC failed. Thread is here: http://www.helifreak.com/showthread.php?t=254468 If you have an opinion on this failure, please post in that thread so I can keep it all in one place. Thanks! __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Rush 700 * Trex 700N x 2 * Trex 600Pro * Gaui NX4 - V-Bar on all AMA #934662

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11-01-2010, 12:04 AM	#1
#1RCHelifan Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Spring, TX	How many still flying CC BEC Pro? Currently, I have my 600 ESP setup on 12S with a CC BEC Pro. I haven't had any issues so far and am fully aware of the recall that Castle has with these units. In addition, I visit this site frequently and am also aware of the many reported CC BEC Pro failures yet I still elected to use mine - go figure. However, this afternoon I did break down and purchase the WR Hercules 14S BEC and hopefully will soon have it on my bird for a piece of mind. I was just wondering out of sheer curiosity are there any other helifreaks out there who still using the CC Bec Pro?

11-02-2010, 04:28 AM	#5
lavi Registered Users My HF Map location Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Haifa Israel	I run 2 CC BEC PROs on 2 ESP 12S birds 8717 and 8900 on the first one. 620 and 650 on the second one. no issues so far.

11-02-2010, 05:14 AM	#6
Victor-sp Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brazil	why don´t use it with a 2S lipo for more safety??

11-03-2010, 11:15 PM	#10
dubd Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Jose, California	I have 4 V2 CCBEC Pros for sale. PM me if you're interested.

11-09-2010, 05:19 AM	#11
vegham Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Norway	Still do and will continue to do it. Never had a problem.

11-09-2010, 10:44 AM	#12
lovespicyfood Registered Users Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Westlake Village, CA	I think what what people often fail to consider is that CC sells lots of products, they have one of the largestmarket shares in the esc/bec market. Considering that, it's quite possible that their failure rate is being exaggerated by sheer volume compared to these other more expensive options. I've heard of failures with all of the high end becs. My concerns were great when building my 12s 600. I emailed Castle and was astonished by their openess and honesty. Based on that I built my bird with the CC BEC Pro and I have not had a problem at all. Of course, if it failed and my expensive heli went down in flames, I might have a different opinion. That opinion would be the same with any of the other expensive BECs out there! Pete