{"product_id":"castle-creations-hydra-x-8s-33-6v-esc-8a-peak-bec","title":"Castle Creations Hydra X 8S 33.6V ESC 8A Peak BEC (ONLINE ORDER ONLY)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastle Creations Hydra X 8S (010-0175-00)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-voltage, water-cooled brushless marine ESC engineered for serious RC boat builders. Based on the proven Mamba Monster X 8S platform, the Hydra X 8S swaps the air-cooled heatsink for a precision-machined water-cooled heatsink and aluminum top plate, delivering superior thermal control during sustained high-load operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupporting \u003cstrong\u003eup to 8S LiPo (33.6V)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Hydra X 8S is purpose-built to push high-performance monohull boats up to approximately 36 inches to their absolute limits. Castle's CRYO-DRIVE technology, adjustable BEC, data logging, and telemetry readiness make this one of the most refined marine ESCs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a rugged CNC-aluminum case and fully potted in waterproof epoxy, the Hydra X 8S is ready for marine duty straight out of the box. Integrated 0.17\" aluminum water fittings (10-32 UNF threads) connect easily to standard 1\/8\" cooling tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-voltage waterproof brushless marine ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2S-8S LiPo input (33.6V max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCRYO-DRIVE thermal management technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable 8A peak BEC (5.5V-8.0V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensorless, SmartSense, Sensored Only, and Brushed running modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined water-cooled heatsink with aluminum top plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.17\" aluminum water fittings (10-32 UNF threads)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData logging for performance analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelemetry-ready (S.BUS2 \/ Futaba 4PX, 7PX, 7PXR, 10PX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary wire for on-the-fly transmitter tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudible alerts for diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB-Link 2 Bluetooth programming compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Castle Creations marine ESC, made in Olathe, KS USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive water cooling sustains performance during long runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCRYO-DRIVE cuts heat at partial throttle for cooler operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable BEC supports a wide range of high-torque marine servos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable 8S power handling for high-output marine motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData logging helps fine-tune setup for max speed and efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuture-proof firmware updates via Castle Link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-performance RC monohull boats up to 36 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with sensored, sensorless, SmartSense, or brushed marine motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires high-current connectors rated 120A+ (e.g., Castle CC Bullet 6.5mm or 8.0mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect water cooling lines to standard 1\/8\" tubing before running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm motor and battery are rated for 8S marine operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with fresh water and dry fully after each run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castle Creations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydra X 8S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESC Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterproof Brushless Marine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2S-8S LiPo (33.6V max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBEC Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8A peak adjustable (5.5V-8.0V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensorless, Sensored Only, SmartSense, Brushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two 0.17\" fittings (10-32 UNF threads)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 69.5 x 54.1 x 24.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (with wires):\u003c\/strong\u003e 155.5 g (0.34 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Logging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelemetry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (S.BUS2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB-Link Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRYO-DRIVE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year (Olathe, KS USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 010-0175-00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Castle Creations Hydra X 8S brushless marine ESC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater fittings for 1\/8\" tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle Creations decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupon for free Castle Link USB adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydra X 8S Quick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hydra X 8S is Castle's flagship 8S marine ESC for serious RC boat builders. 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