{"product_id":"castle-creations-phoenix-edge-hvf-160-amp-esc-12s-50-4v-no-bec-w-cooling-fan","title":"Castle Creations Phoenix Edge HVF 160 ESC 160A 12S w\/ Cooling Fan CSE010-0127-00","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.8em; color: #1e293b; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eCastle Creations Phoenix Edge HVF 160 ESC – 160A High Voltage with Fan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastle Creations Phoenix Edge HVF 160\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the proven performance of the Phoenix Edge HV 160 with a factory-installed cooling fan for enhanced airflow and cooling performance in demanding applications. Designed for large helicopters, giant-scale aircraft, and high-power electric models, the HVF 160 supports 3S to 12S LiPo batteries and delivers 160 amps of continuous current capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe Phoenix Edge series features integrated data logging, telemetry capability, Castle Link programmability, and Castle's innovative AUX wire functionality, providing advanced control, monitoring, and safety features beyond traditional ESC operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #1e293b; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e🚀 Target Applications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e700 and 800 Class Professional Helicopters\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGiant Scale Fixed-Wing Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLarge Electric Aerobatic Models\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLarge EDF Jets \u0026amp; High-Power Scale Electric Models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fffaf0; border-left: 5px solid #ed8936; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Important Opto ESC Operation Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This unit contains \u003cstrong\u003eno internal BEC\u003c\/strong\u003e. An external receiver power source (such as a high-voltage external BEC or dedicated receiver battery pack) is strictly required to power your radio gear. Battery and motor connectors are sold separately.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory-Installed Fan Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a top-mounted Castle cooling fan rated for 4.8V–7.4V operation to lower heat soak during long, high-load cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirflow-Certified Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sustains up to 120A continuous load for the duration of a single 10,000mAh battery pack when backed by an active 5 mph breeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Data Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-resolution telemetry data logging records continuous metrics for battery voltage, motor RPM, amp draw, and internal board temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Auxiliary Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Programmable white AUX line enables in-flight helicopter governor gain changes, lost-model tracking beacons, or emergency arm locks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Platform Programming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully tune settings or flash firmware using a Windows PC or via the Castle Link iOS App paired with a B-LINK Bluetooth Adapter (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fcf6ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #9333ea; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e🛡 Built-In Diagnostic Protection Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOver-Temperature Cutoff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safety power dampening steps prevent critical thermal overload conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcessive Load Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safeguards your ESC power board from destructive current spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocked Rotor Sensing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shuts down immediate power cycles if a gear train binds or main blades crash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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color: #64748b; margin-top: 10px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e*160 amps continuous rating is certified for the duration of a single 10,000mAh battery pack, provided the ESC is placed in contact with an active, approximate 5 mph (8 km\/h) cooling airflow footprint of 25°C (77°F) or cooler air. Controller operating temperature must never exceed 100°C (212°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Package Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Castle Creations Phoenix Edge HVF 160 ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Factory-installed Heatsink Cooling Fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Castle Link USB Adapter Coupon\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Arm Lockout Key and Harness Coupon\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Detailed Instruction Documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 12px; border: 1px dashed #64748b; background-color: #f8fafc;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e💡 Modeler’s Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eTo update or configure your data logging profiles, remember to access the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #64748b; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOfficial Castle Creations Software Center\u003c\/a\u003e to grab the updated Castle Link utility app. When routing your wiring, run the fan power lead into an auxiliary slot on your receiver or a separate power source matching the fan's 4.8V–7.4V input frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f7ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #007ace;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gator-RC Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e We source a complete selection of matching high-quality hardware parts so you can stock your workspace from one reliable point. In stock and ready to ship out of our domestic warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Castle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46988587696350,"sku":"010012700","price":349.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/010-0127-00_1-z.jpg?v=1749047995","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/castle-creations-phoenix-edge-hvf-160-amp-esc-12s-50-4v-no-bec-w-cooling-fan","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}