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  • 3 December 2012 at 14:52 #38013
    andrew greenfield
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      Hi all . i have a twin motor cat that i am trying to finish . my problem is that i want to run both esc from one on/off switch . is this possible . do i just join the 2 reds and the 2 black wires together into one on/off switch ?

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      3 December 2012 at 14:52 #2210
      andrew greenfield
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        5 December 2012 at 12:32 #38057
        Malcolm Frary
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          If it is an extra switch for the main power lead between battery and ESCs, yes. Just make sure it can carry the total current. Many ESCs have a small slider switch to switch the ESC control circuitry on and off. There isn't a universal safe way to common these, as different manufacturers have their own ideas on just how they are wired into the circuit.

          5 December 2012 at 12:38 #38058
          Dave Milbourn
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            An ACTion P92 will help in this respect, too. It will provide proper fusing for your two ESCs, LED power indicators and you can fit just the one switch between the board and the battery. It also gives you a 5v power supply for the receiver. **LINK**

            Dave M (Not related to the manufacturer……………any more!!)

            5 December 2012 at 15:43 #38059
            Paul T
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              Dave

              Still on commission though?

              Paul

              5 December 2012 at 19:11 #38062
              Dave Milbourn
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                No, m'duck – not so much as a penny piece. One can still have brand loyalty – especially when the product is a good one. As I've often said, purchase is not compulsory.
                Dave M

                29 August 2015 at 14:55 #59995
                david cowley 2
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                  how do i wire two esc to two batts and one switch thanks

                  29 August 2015 at 19:23 #60001
                  Dave Milbourn
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                    dpdt switch..jpg

                    You use a suitably rated Double-Pole Double-Throw (DPDT) toggle switch like this. I would suggest 15A-20A rating. This one should do the job. **LINK**

                    DM

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