{"product_id":"air-esc-talon-120hv-120amp-12s-max-heavy-duty-bec-010-0131-00","title":"AIR ESC: TALON 120HV, 120AMP, 12S MAX, HEAVY DUTY BEC","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalon HV 120 is the first high voltage controller to come out of the Castle factory with a built-in BEC. This powerhouse features a 20A peak BEC with selectable 6v or 8v output voltage. With a voltage input range from 3S to 12S LiPo, and a 120A continuous amperage capability, it’s capable of up to 6000W of continuous power for a wide variety of heli and fixed wing applications. The sleek aluminum case keeps the ESC cool during high power demand situations. For set-ups with limited airflow, such as under canopies or in a fuselage, there is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\/products\/accessories-esc-cooling-fan-mamba-monster-x-8s-40mm-011-0151-00\" title=\"40mm ESC Cooling Fan\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eoptional 40mm fan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (sold separately; operates at 4.8 - 7.4 volts). Talon HV 120 has access to Castle’s industry leadin\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eg software functions, and USB programming capability via Castle Link USB Adapter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccFinePrint\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Remove BEC Power wire from receiver before connecting to Castle Link.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccFinePrint\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccFinePrint\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 137.157px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelemetry Capable: \u003c\/strong\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESC Current Rating: \u003c\/strong\u003e120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Logging: \u003c\/strong\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuxiliary Wire: \u003c\/strong\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal BEC: \u003c\/strong\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Input Voltage: \u003c\/strong\u003e3S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Input Voltage: \u003c\/strong\u003e12S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 487.062px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range: \u003c\/strong\u003eMin: 3S LiPo, Max: 12S LiPo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Continuous Amperage at Full Throttle: \u003c\/strong\u003e120 amps*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Voltage: \u003c\/strong\u003e50.4V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBEC Voltage: \u003c\/strong\u003eUser selectable choice of 6 or 8 volts output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEC Output: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 amp peak**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 amp continuous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(always check servo draw prior to first flight)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 142.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 142.375px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWidth: 2.01\" (51.1mm) \u003cbr\u003eLength: 4.15\" (105.4mm)\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 0.8\" (20.4mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 35.5938px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e6.56 oz. (186g) - with wires\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors: \u003c\/strong\u003eBuilt-in 5.5mm female bullets, matching 5.5mm male bullets included, battery connector sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 15.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 15.1875px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Guidelines: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot intended for use with backup guards. If running an external BEC you must disconnect the middle wire (red) on the throttle lead and do not plug in the two-wire BEC lead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItems Needed for Operation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\/collections\/battery-connectors\" title=\"Battery Connectors\"\u003eBattery Connectors\u003c\/a\u003e (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 50px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 50px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Use Statements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRemove BEC Power wire from receiver before connecting to Castle Link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: If using motors with stiff wires it is recommended to use extensions with flexible silicone wires to prevent stress to the female bullets on the ESC.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammability: \u003c\/strong\u003eFully programmable Castle feature set us\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eing Castle Link USB adapter and freely downloadable Castle Link Windows software.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelemetry Link Capable: \u003c\/strong\u003eYes, except battery current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.1875px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTech Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*RC HOBBY APPLICATION RATING: 120 amps for the duration of a single 10,000 mAh battery pack with the ESC in contact with a 5 mph airflow of25°C (77°F) or cooler air. Controller temperature must never exceed100°C (212°F). Exceeding current or temperature ratings may damage components and may shorten the life of the ESC. Always verify system current draw at full-throttle. Decrease load or increase airflow to decrease the ESC’s operating temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e**Peak indicates amperage sustainable for 0.5 seconds - long enough for most servos’ current draw transients. Always confirm servo current draw before the first flight of the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower System Alerts: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Talon ESCs are programmed to sound a number of tunes and codes using the motor as well as flashing LED patterns to alert users to certain conditions regarding their power system, such as over temperature, excessive load and locked head speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty: \u003c\/strong\u003eCoupled with our unparalleled 1-year warranty and world-famous technical support, Castle provides confidence and peace of mind that your Talon 120 HV is a smart investment. In this day of “throw-away” electronics, put your investment in a trusted name with a proven track record of support and service.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelemetry Capable: \u003c\/strong\u003eTelemetry has the potential not only to improve the safety of our models by monitoring battery voltages, ESC temperature, and other critical parameters, but it also creates other opportunities to get even more fun out of flying because you’ve essentially reduced the risks of “unknown” inevitable crashes. Think of the benefits to be had from alarms that will sound to warn you when there's interference about or if your receiver battery is running unexpectedly low. \u003cspan\u003eRequires purchase of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\/products\/accessories-telemetry-link-for-futaba-s-bus-010-0152-00\" title=\"Telemetry Link S.Bus2\"\u003eCastle Telemetry Link for S.BUS2\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand compatible Futaba Radio or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\/products\/accessories-telemetry-link-x-bus-010-0148-00\" title=\"Telemetry Link X-Bus\"\u003eCastle Telemetry Link for X-BUS\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand a compatible Spektrum Radio.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware Upgrade: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsers will receive free access to all firmware updates, including added features sets using the Castle Link USB Programming Kit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCastle Link Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWith the Castle Link USB Programming Kit you can use your Windows™ PC to easily program your controller. Castle Link includes all code for all Castle Link compatible hobby products in one convenient download. Note: Castle Link software requires a Castle Link USB Adapter and a computer that is running Windows. Castle Link is compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10.Macintosh users may take advantage of software such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, or Apple's Boot Camp along with Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows10 to run the Castle Link software, provided the Macintosh has an Intel processor. Macintosh installation is not supported by Castle Creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Castle Link Benefits Include: \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess expanded programming and parameters for Castle controllers (see overview below)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to all firmware updates, including added features sets released from Castle Engineering, at no charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntuitive Demo Mode capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbility to default ESC to factory settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbility to save setup profiles for later use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbility to download and view data logs (on applicable controllers)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S. Patent # 7400103, 7492122, 7579796, 7740516, 8287328, 8678875, and 8905814 B2 - Other patents pending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResources\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5306\/3612\/files\/Talon_ESC_Operational_Tones_and_Error_Codes.jpg?v=1778687730\" title=\"Castle Creations Talon ESC Operational Tones and Error Codes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalon ESC Operational Tones and Error Codes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5306\/3612\/files\/Castle_Creations_Talon_User_Guide.pdf?v=1778688008\" title=\"Castle Creations Talon User Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalon HV User Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castle Creations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46138174701756,"sku":"010-0131-00","price":244.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5306\/3612\/files\/010-0131-00.png?v=1778689308","url":"https:\/\/castlecreations.com\/products\/air-esc-talon-120hv-120amp-12s-max-heavy-duty-bec-010-0131-00","provider":"Castle Creations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}