TrakPower MS User Manual

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BRUSHLESS MOTOR

TrakPower brushless motors are built
with the fi nest raw materials available
to provide the best and most effi cient
power possible. CNC machined aluminum
ribbed cans and cooling vents provide
excellent heat dissipation, keeping the
operating temperatures low for better
performance and longevity. The high
temperature resistant rotor is coated
to prevent breakdown of the magnet
strength. The TrakPower MS series
motors are a perfect match for the
TrakPower MS-1 Brushless Racing ESC.

Specifi cations

PART NUMBER
TURN
INPUT VOLTAGE 2–3S LiPo
MOUNT HOLE DEPTH 4mm
SHAFT DIAMETER 3.175mm
SHAFT LENGTH 15mm
DIMENSIONS 35.9 x 52.4mm
WEIGHT 175g167g

TKPC5015

6.5T 8.5T 10.5T

TKPC5025 TKPC5035 TKPC5040 TKPC5045 TKPC5050

13.5T 17.5T 21.5T

Warnings

Please read thoroughly before installation and operation.

DO NOT apply an input voltage that exceeds

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the maximum specifi cations of each motor.

DO NOT allow the input connectors to touch

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each other while power is applied to the
motor. Make sure all input connections are
insulated electrically.

DO NOT attempt to modify this motor.

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DO NOT allow water or moisture to enter the

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motor, as it can cause permanent damage
to the motor and possibly short out the
attached ESC.

Allow the motor to cool down after each run.

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DO NOT attempt to use a damaged motor

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(having mechanical or electrical defects).

Installation

Please reference the diagram below for the correct wiring confi guration. The solder posts
located on the ESC should be labeled “A”, “B” and “C”. These posts will correspond to the “A”,
“B” and “C” tabs on the motor. “A” wire goes to “A” tab on the motor, “B” goes to “B” and “C”
goes to “C”. Pay special attention when soldering the ESC wires to the motor tabs not to allow
the tabs and/or wires to become soldered together.

Sensor

BRUSHLESS

MOTOR

C
B
A

k

c

Battery

a

l

B

A

–

B

+–+

C

d

e

+−

R

After the main motor power wires are installed, the included sensor wire can be connected.
This sensor wire will connect between the ESC and motor. Connect one end of the sensor wire
to the motor and the other end to the ESC. Be sure that the connections are tight.

Once the above steps are completed, it is recommended to install the included sensor clip.

A longer screw is included for the installation of the sensor clip. This sensor clip secures the
sensor wire and prevents it from disconnecting during use.

1. Remove one screw from rear of motor.

2. Insert sensor wire into clip.

3. Use included screw and washer to secure clip to rear of motor.

Note: Do not pinch the sensor wire during installation. This could
cause intermittent operation or performance issues.

Mechanical Timing

This motor is equipped with adjustable timing. The timing is advanced 30° from the factory.
Timing can be advanced or retarded by loosening the three end bell screws by one full turn.
Rotate clockwise to retard the timing (more bottom end, less top end) or rotate counter­clockwise to advance the timing (less bottom end, more top end). Re-tighten the screws and
be careful not to over tighten.

It is recommended to only adjust timing in 5° increments (one mark) at a time. Motor gearing
may also change due to the advancement or retardation of motor timing. It is recommended
to run in 1 minute increments to carefully monitor motor and ESC temperatures. The motor
temperature should NEVER exceed 180°F (83°C). TrakPower offers a reliable temperature
gauge to monitor motor and ESC temperatures. This temperature gauge also includes a stop
watch to monitor run times (TKPP9000, TrakPower Infrared Temperature Gauge w/ Stopwatch).