March 25th, 2012

Congratulations to James Cameron!

Today, James Cameron was the first man in history to complete a solo dive to the Mariana Trench.  Jim Drew, CEO of XPS, spent time with James Cameron last week going over the electronic 'flight' control system that XPS developed for the expedition's ROV.  XPS has been under contract for the last 10 months, working with Mike Cameron (James' brother) who developed all of the ROVs used by James Cameron for exploration of the Titanic and Bismarck.  During this time, virtually all progress on our future products was halted so that we could be part of this historic event.

James Cameron prior to his historic dive (credit: National Geographic)

Changesun 70mm and 90mm Fans Now In Stock!

To fill the needs of the smaller EDFs, XPS has teamed up with Changesun to provide 70mm and 90mm fan solutions.  Like the Dynamax fan, these fans use high solidity (blade count) to provide incredible sound and performance.

Click here to see all Changesun products!

Changesun 70mm and 90mm Fans Now In Stock!

To fill the needs of the smaller EDFs, XPS has teamed up with Changesun to provide 70mm and 90mm fan solutions.  Like the Dynamax fan, these fans use high solidity (blade count) to provide incredible sound and performance.

Click here to see all Changesun products!

Dynamax Xtreme PRO 2 Fan Systems Now Available

XPS showed the brute force power of the new Dynamax Xtreme PRO 2 fan system installed in a Skymaster 2M ViperJet.  A top speed of 195.6MPH was recorded on radar during one of the flights.  This is not the EDF ViperJet, this is the 2 meter version which is designed for turbines only.  The weight of this plane was 33 pounds!  A 15S2P5000mAh battery setup along with a Hacker/JETI 170-200A controller was used.  Video of a couple of passes can be seen here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UimAReVsCtU

Also, Model Airplane News strapped their high def video camera to this plane and got some great onboard video.  That can be found here (Big_Jolt_1.mp4):

http://www.modelairplanenews.com/blog/2011/08/24/big-jolt-video-coverage/

This 2nd generation PRO series fan system is now available.  Click here for details.

XPS ATTENDS BIG JOLT - CLOSED UNTIL 8/29/11

XPS will once again attend the Big Jolt event in Corona, California.  This is the largest electric-only event on the West Coast.   This is an event that you do NOT want to miss!

XPS AT TOLEDO

XPS will once again attend the Weak Signals model expo in Toledo, OH.  This is the 5th straight attendance for XPS.  Come by our booth and check out the new products, including a protype of our 16 channel transmitter, our new Aurora 9 module and other new items.  XPS will have most of their products on hand for sale at the show.

AMA EXPO 2011

ANOTHER SUCCESS FOR XPS!

The XPS brand 16 channel transmitter was shown for the first time.  We expect to release the transmitter on the 4th anniversary of the release of the XtremeLink® radio system at the Weak Signals model expo in Toledo, Ohio in April.  Feedback from the general public as well as the top pilots in the industry was incredible!  There was disbelief in the number of high tech features such as 16 true channels, a large backlit LCD display, speech recognition, speech output, 1000 model memory, full telemetry, etc.  -  especially given the target price of just $249.  Watch our website for more details!

The new XtremeLink® module for the Hitec Aurora 9 transmitter was shown.  This new plug-in module interfaces directly to the Aurora 9's CPU and does not use the PPM pulse conversion method that is common with modules.  As a result, the latency over the stock Aurora 9 is nearly cut in half!  Testing by top pilots prove a dramatic improvement in control response due to the huge reduction in latency and superior resolution (65536 instead vs. 1024).  More information about the latency difference can be found here.  The XtremeLink® telemetry data (including signal strength) is available in the Aurora 9's display.  We are working on adding support for Eagletree sensors and Hitec's sensor station to go along with our own sensors.  The module can be wirelessly upgraded using our XDP device. The XtremeLink® system also does not have the "dead servo" issue like the Aurora 9 system does.  When the Hitec receiver loses data and a failsafe occurs,  there is a period of time where the servos do not have any holding force (like no power).  It is possible that the servos can sit in this dead state if the signal comes and goes.  Expected release date is February 15th. 

NOW AVAILABLE!

The most powerful fan system ever created!

Click here for details

XPS RELEASES 65C BATTERIES!

After months of waiting, they are finally here!  The 3rd generation of our incredibly popular Lipo batteries are now available!  These new batteries boast a 65C discharge with 90C burst, and an unheard of 8C charge rate!  No more long waits!

*** WARNING *** Because the average voltage of these cells is much higher under load than previous Lipo technology you MUST test your setup with an amp meter to make sure that you do not exceed the powering handling of your motor.  We will not be responsible for blowing up your motor!  You have been warned!

For a complete list of sizes available click here.

Dylan Rodriguez Wins Gas Pro Truggy at Gas Championships

Using XPS Park Flyer Receiver!

Once again, Dylan Rodriguez is tearing it up!  This time with a win in Truggy class at the Gas Championships.  After a successful season using our popular 3 channel surface receiver, Dylan switched to our 6 channel park flyer receiver.  This saved weight, and allows the 2.4GHz system to perform flawlessly with a input voltage of just 2.1v!

Congratulations to Dylan on another great win!  Expect many more from Dylan, as he is becoming the kid (...err man) to beat!

XPS SETS FASTEST PASS AT BIG JOLT!

Jim Drew entered his trusty 20 year old Starfire in the speed contest held at the Big Jolt event put on by the PVMAC.  The result was another record setting fastest pass of 223.9MPH, besting last year's pass of 199MPH!

Jim said, "There were some issues with the plane going faster than the control surfaces would allow for turning.  This setup is clearly over 230MPH, as the record setting pass was actually my 4th full throttle run which means that batteries were down a lot.  We will need to change the control surfaces so we can see how fast it will really go!"

The difference between last year and this year is the new Dynamax Xtreme Pro fan system.  Producing over 26 pounds of thrust on 15 cells (compared to just 22 pounds of thrust last year) definitely makes for higher speeds.

XPS HELPS CAPTURE 3 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL TITLES!

Xtreme Power Systems received the following information from one of our customers from down under:

XPS Platinum 6S Batteries pushed my EB Mono (6S1P setup...Seaducer 33" Mono) to a class win at the 2010 Australian National titles (just completed), plus a 2nd place in EB Hydro (6S1P setup... Dragon Hydroplane), and the 4S Batteries got me to 2nd place in EA Hydro (4S1P setup .. Taipan Hydroplane).

Thanks XPS... awesome packs!

Congratulations on your outstanding wins!

3 National Titles won using XPS Platinum series batteries

XPS RELEASES NEW NANO RECEIVERS!

Xtreme Power Systems expands on their already successful product line by releasing two new ultra small receivers.  Designed for small indoor and outdoor applications, these tiny receivers offer features not offered by any other radio manufacturer such as wireless programming, wireless firmware upgrades, independently programmable channel failsafes, channel mapping, and more!  To top it off, these new receivers perform flawlessly down to an amazingly low 2.0 volts, far below what any other radio manufacturer offers!  The low voltage operation allows single cell Lipo setups to be possible and reliable!  Measuring just 1.0" x .7" and weighing around 3 grams, these receivers make installation easy in everything from foamies to micro helis.  Don't let the size of these receivers fool you!  Our testing has determined the range of these nano receivers to be equal to our full range receivers!  However, because of their size we are stating that they are "park flyer" type receivers.

XPS 6 channel Nano receivers.  Top pin (left) and end pin (right) configurations

Click here to order!

JETPACKS™ ARE HERE!

Tired of paying big money for high performance, high capacity, EDF packs?  So were we!  So, we had our Lipo factory produce 45C Platinum 6600mAh JetPacks™.  These packs fit into virtually every EDF jet configuration, offering ease of installation into popular planes such as the Yellow Aircraft Starfire II, F4, F-18, as well as BVM Electra, Bandit, Maverick, and many others.  2S, 5S, and 6S packs are available!  XPS is famous for our Lipo battery technology (especially in EDF applications), as well as our fair pricing.  Why pay more for less?

XPS JetPacks™ - 6S (top) and 5S (bottom) configurations

Click here to order!

CA JETS 2010

Xtreme Power Systems once again showed their EDF dominance at California Jets 2010.  Besides having the fastest EDF at the event, XPS picked up the "Engineering Excellence EDF" award for our Dynamax Xtreme powered Yellow Aircraft F-15.

Unlike other companies that demo their fan systems using 6500mAh packs (needed because of their higher amp draw), XPS uses 5000mAh packs to prove that you don't need huge packs.  Of course, very long flight times are possible using 6500mAh or larger packs.  Don't be fooled by competitors using large capacity batteries and coasting around the sky to obtain long flight times.  Watts are watts - the lower the amp draw, the longer the possible flight time!

Jim Drew, CEO/President of Xtreme Power Systems with his 20 year old Yellow Aircraft Starfire II.

XPS - CA JETS 2010 AWARD WINNER

New Anti-Spark System Now Available!

Xtreme Power Systems releases yet another equipment saving device!  High voltage Lipo systems are known for that huge "zap" that occurs when connecting the pack to the ESC.  This spark (caused by too rapid of charging of the capacitors used in ESCs) destroys contacts and also can damage the capacitors themselves!  The XPS anti-spark system prevents this damage completely!  Simply wire in the system (or make a portable version with connectors) and touch the anti-spark wire to your battery for several seconds, and then plug in your battery lead - NO SPARK!  Rated for 1S to 18S operation.  Made using high grade fireproof material.  Works with all speed controllers available!  Get one and save your ESC, connectors, and your nerves!

Click here to order!

Castle HV110 and XPS Anti-Spark System

New Products Include Power Supply, Charger, Connectors, Wire and more!

Xtreme Power Systems has added more products!  We now offer the eFuel power supply, iMax B8+ charger, 6mm and 8mm bullet connectors, and a selection of high grade silicon wire!

eFuel Power Supply, iMax B8+ Charger, and XPS Pro 6mm connectors

TattleTale™ Released!

Xtreme Power Systems is pleased to announce the release of our latest product called the TattleTale™.  This is a device that every R/C modeler needs in every one of their radio controlled planes, cars, or boats!  This device monitors a receiver's input voltage and reports the lowest voltage threshold while in use.  No more guessing if your power system is adequate for your setup!  The TattleTale™ also monitors the PWM servo pulse coming from the receiver and can report if a glitch, failsafe, or reboot occurs!  As an added bonus, the TattleTale™ has a built-in programmable timer that can be used as a flight duration timer for night flyers!

The TattleTale™ is so small (.5" x .75") and lightweight (1.75g - .062oz) that even the smallest foamies can easily carry it!  Don't be surprised to find that high dollar expander system can't power your receiver and servos like you thought it does!  Nearly 100% of all radio problems are due to low power!  2.4GHz radios use computers which require constant power.  Now you can finally put your mind at ease by checking your power system's ability to provide true power full time!

Click here to order!

Click here for the TattleTale Manual

Close-up of the XPS TattleTale™

Information now available! CLICK HERE!

Xtreme Power Systems Captures Fastest Pass at E-Jets International!

Xtreme Power Systems debuted our Dynamax Xtreme fan system at the E-Jets International event in Grove City, Ohio.  The fastest pass was just about as close to 200 MPH as you could get with one radar showing 199.7 MPH!  This pass was done with a 20 years old jet that was converted from a turbine setup to EDF!

We brought out all of the old planes, including two Byron F-15 (both 20 years old) that have been converted from the old OS .91 glow ducted fan setups to the Dynamax Xtreme setups.  Imagine the sight of a 41 pound F-15 going down the deck at 134 MPH!  If you were there, you don't need to imagine - you saw it!  To see a video of this amazing feat, click here.

Compare the difference in fan systems yourself.  The Dynamax Xtreme system is not only the most affordable (at $439), it also out performs all 120-127mm fan systems available.

Congratulations to Jim Martin on his successful maiden of his Fly Eagle F-14 Tomcat.  This massive plane weighs 46-54 pounds (depending on the battery setup), has functioning swing wings, and other features.  To see videos of this incredible accomplishment, click here.

The Dynamax Xtreme fan system will be available starting October 1st.

Xtreme Power Systems releases new 8 channel sailplane receiver!

We are pleased to announce the release of our new 8 channel "sailplane" receiver.  This new receiver is extremely compact, designed for small fuselages often found with gliders.  The antenna is a long whip style antenna that can be mounted outside of the fuselage for all-carbon configurations.

Congratulations to Dylan Rodriguez on his 3rd place finish at the RC Pro West Series!

Using our new 3 channel surface receiver, Dylan was able to drive his 1/8th scale nitro buggy for more than 45 minutes without worry of power issues commonly found in radio systems unable to cope with low voltage and brownouts.  Dylan is one of the top drivers in the nation and he knows just how important a solid radio link is!  This is why Dylan uses the XtremeLink® radio system!

Xtreme Power Systems Announces v3.0 Firmware Upgrade Details

In case you missed the new intro, we are pleased to announce that we will be making the v3.0 firmware upgrade available before the end of the month.

This upgrade adds 2 full time frequency hopping modes, support for multiple receivers, satellite receivers, telemetry support, the fastest servo output possible, and more!  Details on the upgrade can be found by clicking here.

New Receiver Manual Available!

A new manual for receivers having v2.4 and later firmware is now available on our manuals page.

Telemetry Sensor Developer Package Now Available!

We are pleased to announce that the sensor developer package is now available for downloading.  This package includes a schematic and circuit board artwork for a dual sensor configuration.  Source code to operate this hardware is also included.

This package can be downloaded from our Telemetry Station developer support page, located here.

More Telemetry Station and XDP updates!

Several updates have occurred in the last 2 days.  We had to change the Windows installer method to support Windows XP and Vista properly.  Please download the latest FULL installer to update your software!  You can get the new installer here.

The Telemetry Station support page has been updated with detailed information about the Scanner utility.  We will be adding the full developer information along with schematics and source code for an example sensor that you can build.  We have contacted all companies that currently make telemetry sensors, offering our help to integrate their products with ours.  If you are a developer and wish to integrate your product with ours, please contact the technical support department (tech@xtremepowersystems.net) for a developer ID number.

XPS News!

Xtreme Power Systems has been extremely busy doing upgrades for Telemetry Station owners, and making improvements to the various XDP and Telemetry Station utilities.  We have spent the last 10 days working with the USB hardware manufacturer to resolve some issues with the USB support via Windows XP and Vista.  We believe that we have corrected most (if not all) of the issues that have been reported.  All items returned for the telemetry upgrade have been shipped back to their owners. We appreciate your patience during this unexpected delay.

It is on rare occasion that we come across published information that echoes what we have been trying to tell the public about how crucial proper setup and power is for the success of a model.  We purchase our servos and various other hardware from Don's Hobby Shop (www.donshobbyshop.com).  Don has been around for 44 years, and has seen it all.  In our last order, we received a 3 page white paper titled "Servo Setup Issues".  We were so impressed with the wisdom in this paper that we called and asked Don if we could provide this information to our customers.  To download a scanned copy of the paper, click here.  This is a definite must-read, no matter how long you have been in the hobby.

We had a period of time last week where none of our emails for tech support and sales were getting to us.  This was due to us registering the domain name "www.xtremepowersystems.com".  We attempted to move everything to the new domain and it caused serious issues.  So, we restored everything and just made the new domain link to the existing .net location.  We apologize for not responding to those emails which we lost during this time.

New Products!

Xtreme Power Systems is pleased to announce numerous new product additions to our website.  The Graupner G Booster turbines are in stock and now available for ordering via our online store.  We have also added XtremeLink® radio systems for the Graupner "tray" type radios.  Also, our Telemetry Station has been added.  Telemetry sensors are in production and will be available shortly.

XPS helps set the world record!

During the AMA meeting at the Joe Nall event in South Carolina, AMA district rep Tony Stillman gave a presentation on the outcome of the world record flying attempt at SEFF.  Tony stated that XPS, Spektrum, and FASST 2.4GHz radio systems made up the 59 of 113 radio systems used to set the world record.  XPS radio systems performed flawlessly.

At Joe Nall, XPS sponsored pilots flew jets, large 3D aircraft (a beautiful 46% Ultimate Biplane was amazing), and high speed wings.  RiteWingRC (www.ritewingrc.com) gave a spectacular demo, which included Jason Schulman doing 165mph aerobatics 1 foot off the deck!  Graupner factory pilots dazzled the crowd with high speed and precision aerobatic glider flying.

Special thanks go out to our XPS pilots, RiteWingRC, and our European distributor Graupner for providing pilots and their support!  We look forward to another spectacular event at Joe Nall next year!

Surface systems released!

Xtreme Power Systems is pleased to announce the release of 2.4GHz upgrades for surface radios!  Airtronics M8/M11, Futaba 3PJ/3PK, and Hitec CRX/SRX radios are now supported.  We also have released our 3 channel micro receiver, designed for ground based surface vehicles.

These new products can be found in the PRODUCTS area of our shopping system.

XDP Information

The XtremeLink Device Programmer software has been updated.  Please download the entire archive or the individual programs to obtain the latest version.

Anyone having any transmitter module or receiver with v1.0 firmware will need a firmware upgrade in order to be able to use the XDP.EXE program.  All other programs will work with any version of firmware.  Please see our XDP software page for more information.

XPS helps capture 2007 World Cup title!

Congratulations to Brent Daily, who won the 2007 World Cup in the Cracker Box division! Brent sent us the note and picture below: 

Hey Jim and Scott,

I won first place with my cracker box at the World Cup in Las Vegas this last weekend.  I used your system. I had a signal in my boat and my old radio was glitching so bad I couldn't run the boat.  Dean Rojas loaned me his back up system.

My boat was like it was on rails, it was so smooth through the turns I was able to get more aggressive with it. All I can say about your system is "WOW".  I'm emailing you a picture for your web site.  I'll stop by to see you guys.

Brent

http://www.thepropworkswest.com/index.html

Brent Daily with his 2007 World Cup winning cracker box boat!

Graupner iFS at Jet Power 2007

The iFS radio system (XtremeLink® privately labeled for Graupner) was demonstrated numerous times at the recent Jet Power 2007 event in Germany.   You can get more details about this event by clicking here.  Below is one of many turbine powered aircraft using the iFS radio system.

Robert Otte's twin turbine Cessna 525B Citation Jet 3 is flown with an iFS radio system.

Wingspan: 135" (3440mm), length: 130" (3317mm), weight: 52.8 pounds (24,000g)

XPS Wins on Water!

We received a letter and picture today from another XPS customer using our system to help achieve their victory:

Hi there

I just wanted to tell you that here in Denmark the XPS works super fine in my Gasoline boat (180cm long, 50ccm Polini engine with 10 hp, topspeed aprox 90 km/h)

I just got back from a powerboat meeting in Germany, and there it realy payed off having this system. Many other competitors only hade the normal 40 mhz and had many problems (interference and too many using the same frequenzy so they had to wait for a long time) but I was so lucky that I had none of this. The XPS system works fine, and soon the rest of my fleet will also have XPS..

Greetings from Denmark

Martin Carretero

One of many boats now using (and winning) with the XtremeLink® radio system

XPS From Down Under

Our exclusive Australian distributor, Model Engines, sent a few pictures of what they are flying with our radio system.

132" wingspan DH88 Comet powered by two O.S FS200 engines

Amazing fly by!  Australian customers can see Model Engines' website at www.modelengines.com.au

A beautiful Panther!  Both EDF and turbine versions are being flown using the XtremeLink® radio system.

Giant Jets!

Wolfgang Sailer from Germany was nice enough to send us this picture and write the following (translated) letter:

Dear Sir or Madam, since 1 month I fly your system without problems! Has already reordered with you.
My cobra and my Mirage 3 are already more than 50 flights with your system.   As the next model I become my F-104 GS with 3.72-meter length, 1:4.5 scale.

Wolfgang Sailer

Turbine powered F-104 Starfighter.  12.3 feet long!

Giant Scale XPS!

These planes are controlled with the XtremeLink® radio system!

Our distributor in South Africa has a skilled demo team flying their 42% biplane.

Paul Bradshaw, one the gurus of electric flight with his electric powered Diablotin XXL.

Wingspan: 102", Length: 100" - it's a big plane!

Congratulations to Erich Freymann

for his 1st place finish at the U.S. Helicopter Nationals!

"I am pleased to report my XPS module system in my JR9303 performed flawlessly at the US helicopter Nationals this week, allowing me to place first in AMA Class II.  Congrats to XPS." - Erich Freymann

MAAA approves XPS!

We received notice today from Australian MAAA president, Mike Close, that Xtreme Power System radio products are now approved for use by MAAA members, covering them under their insurance policy.  The MAAA is Australia's equivalent to the AMA in the United States.

XPS Rocks San Diego!

Check out the MWE 2007 video, featuring Xtreme Power System's

7 foot long, 26 lb, dual EDF powered F-15!

Click here to see the video

Congratulations to Kerry Muncy of Indy Helis for his multiple awards at the Weak Signals event in Toledo, Ohio.

  Kerry flies his 84" AH-64 Apache attack helicopter using an XtremeLink® system!

Kerry Muncy's 1/7th scale, 84" AH-64 Apache Helicopter. Click picture for more info!

 It weighs 28 pounds and is powered with single brushless electric motor!

Attention customers!

We have changed our XtremeLink® transmitter antennas.  This new antenna allows flawless use in high noise environments.  Customers who have already received their system have the option of returning it for a FREE upgrade!  This upgrade is not required, but it is recommended if you fly in an area with exceptionally high noise from 2.4GHz devices.  Click here for upgrade information.

XtremeLink™ Water Testing!

Click HERE for more information.

58" Apache with Zenoah G26 running XtremeLink® with Futaba 3PK pistol grip radio.

Congratulations to Darcy Wingo

CA Jets 2007 Top Gun Winner!

XtremeLink® controlled, Composite-ARF "Flash" turbine jet

Click HERE for more information

2.4GHz for all radio systems!

Replacement modules for virtually every radio system made!

 Click this link for complete details!

2.4GHz Spread Spectrum Air Product Comparison Guide

(1) Only changes frequencies when a potential for interference is encountered.

(2) Limited lifetime warranty applies to parts and workmanship, labor charges may apply.

Click here for an archive of news and announcements.

Our products are developed in-house by electronic and software engineers having more than 30 years of experience.  These same engineers also happen to be R/C pilots and drivers.