Spektrum Avian 130-Amp Pro Smart Brushless ESC Overview
Like every component in the Spektrum™ Smart ecosystem, Avian™ Smart ESCs combine "plug-and-play" simplicity with the ability to communicate with other Smart electronics - together, creating the best-performing RC system for your aircraft imaginable.
Avian Smart Air ESCs do much more than regulate power. They function like a virtual engineer inside your model, providing a direct path to the vital operating data you need to reach peak performance. Avian Smart Air ESCs give you an extra layer of confidence that your electronics are all operating at their best.
With Avian Smart Air ESCs, you'll be better connected to your aircraft than ever before - without installing extra components that all work independently of each other. You won't need extra wires, modules, or links. An Avian electronic speed control provides a one-wire solution for obtaining telemetry data such as current, voltage, cell balance, temperature and RPM.
Avian ESCs not only gather the data but also send it to your transmitter in real time, instead of only storing it for after-run study. You're able to adjust settings as needed to boost performance on the go. The Avian Smart single-wire telemetry solution has been tested for quality and performance by the best brands in RC. Their verdict? Smart technology is both simpler and superior!
This feature-packed Avian™ 130 Pro Brushless Smart ESC is the first of its kind, delivering never before available high voltage BEC output options. The Avian™ 130 Pro Smart ESC provides your plane or helicopter ultimate flight power while feeding real-time telemetry straight to your radio. Install an Avian Smart ESC and take your flights to a new level!
Overview
The Spektrum Avian 130-Amp Pro Smart Brushless ESC is a high-performance electronic speed control designed for serious RC aircraft enthusiasts and competitive fliers across the UK. This advanced brushless ESC represents the cutting edge of RC electronics technology, combining exceptional power handling with intelligent telemetry features that keep you connected to your aircraft in real time. Whether you're piloting a high-performance aerobatic plane, a speedy racing drone, or a powerful electric helicopter, this 130-amp ESC delivers the performance and reliability you need to dominate the skies.
Unlike basic electronic speed controls that simply regulate motor power, the Avian 130-Amp Pro Smart ESC functions as a virtual engineer inside your model, providing continuous access to vital operating data that helps you reach peak performance. As part of the comprehensive Spektrum Smart ecosystem, this ESC communicates seamlessly with other Smart electronics in your aircraft, creating an integrated system that's far superior to independently operating components. For UK-based RC pilots seeking brushless RC electronics that offer both simplicity and sophisticated performance monitoring, the Avian 130-Amp Pro delivers an unmatched flying experience.
What truly sets this ESC apart is its groundbreaking telemetry capability delivered through a single-wire solution. Real-time telemetry data streams directly to your transmitter, allowing you to monitor and adjust settings mid-flight to optimise performance instantly, rather than reviewing data only after landing. Combined with high-voltage BEC output options that were previously unavailable in this amperage class, the Avian 130 Pro represents a significant advancement in RC brushless speed control technology.
Key Features
- 130-Amp Brushless Power Rating — This ESC is engineered to handle up to 130 amps of continuous current, making it suitable for powerful brushless motors in 3S through 6S LiPo battery configurations, delivering the sustained power needed for demanding flight applications without thermal throttling or performance degradation.
- Smart Ecosystem Integration — The Avian 130 Pro connects seamlessly with other Spektrum Smart electronics through plug-and-play compatibility, eliminating the need for separate modules, extra wires, or complex linking procedures while creating a cohesive system where all components work in perfect harmony.
- Real-Time Single-Wire Telemetry — Unlike traditional ESCs that only log data for post-flight analysis, this unit sends live telemetry information directly to your transmitter through a single communication wire, allowing you to monitor current draw, voltage levels, cell balance, temperature and RPM whilst flying and make adjustments on the go.
- High-Voltage BEC Output Options — The Avian 130 Pro introduces never-before-available high-voltage BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) output options in this amperage class, providing flexible power distribution solutions for different servo and receiver configurations without additional power modules.
- 3S-6S LiPo Compatibility — This ESC accepts lithium polymer battery packs ranging from 3-cell (11.1V) through 6-cell (22.2V) configurations, giving you flexibility to match battery power to your specific aircraft and performance requirements across a wide range of electric-powered RC models.
- Advanced Brushless Technology — The brushless design delivers superior efficiency compared to brushed motors, meaning longer flight times, reduced heat generation, quieter operation, and dramatically improved longevity since there are no brushes to wear out or maintain.
- Virtual Engineer Capability — The ESC continuously monitors and analyses your aircraft's electrical performance, essentially functioning as an onboard engineer that gathers and communicates critical operating data, giving you unprecedented insight into how your model is performing in the air.
- Quality Tested by Leading Brands — The Avian Smart telemetry solution has been rigorously evaluated and endorsed by recognised leaders in the RC industry, whose verdict confirms that Smart technology is both simpler to use and delivers superior performance compared to traditional ESC solutions.
Technical Performance
The Spektrum Avian 130-Amp Pro Smart Brushless ESC is engineered with precision to deliver reliable, consistent power delivery across demanding flight scenarios. Rated for 130 amps of continuous current, this ESC provides the electrical capacity needed to drive high-performance brushless motors whilst maintaining stable voltage regulation and thermal management. The unit supports 3-cell through 6-cell LiPo battery configurations (11.1V to 22.2V), accommodating everything from lightweight sport flyers to powerful aerobatic and scale aircraft. The brushless-compatible design ensures compatibility with modern brushless outrunner and inrunner motors across various kV ratings, delivering the efficiency and performance that competitive RC pilots expect. The advanced Smart telemetry system utilises a single-wire connection to your transmitter, eliminating cable clutter whilst providing continuous monitoring of essential flight parameters including instantaneous current draw, real-time voltage levels, individual cell voltage balance, motor temperature and RPM readings. This integration allows mid-flight adjustments to throttle response and other settings without landing, a capability that's revolutionising how serious RC enthusiasts optimise their aircraft performance. The high-voltage BEC output options represent a significant engineering advancement, providing configurable power distribution that adapts to your specific servo and receiver power requirements, eliminating the need for separate BEC units or external power solutions. Built to the exacting standards Spektrum is renowned for, this ESC combines durable construction with sophisticated electronics management to deliver years of reliable service for UK-based RC pilots who demand the very best in brushless RC performance.
What's in the Box
- Spektrum Avian 130-Amp Pro Smart Brushless ESC (model P-SPMXAE2130)
- Single-wire telemetry cable for transmitter connection
What You Need to Complete
- Brushless motor compatible with 3S-6S LiPo batteries
- 3S-6S LiPo battery pack (11.1V to 22.2V)
- RC aircraft airframe and servos
- Spektrum radio transmitter and receiver compatible with Smart telemetry
- Battery charger suitable for LiPo chemistry
- Connectors and wiring as required for your specific aircraft installation
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes the Spektrum Avian 130 Pro different from standard brushless ESCs? — Unlike conventional speed controls that only regulate motor power, the Avian 130 Pro functions as an intelligent system component within the Spektrum Smart ecosystem, continuously gathering and transmitting real-time telemetry data through a single wire to your transmitter. This allows you to monitor current, voltage, cell balance, temperature and RPM whilst flying and adjust performance settings mid-flight, rather than waiting until after landing to review logged data. The high-voltage BEC output options also represent previously unavailable functionality in this amperage class.
- Which battery configurations does this ESC support? — The Avian 130 Pro is rated for 3S through 6S lithium polymer (LiPo) battery packs, which corresponds to 11.1V (3-cell) through 22.2V (6-cell) nominal voltages. This range accommodates most electric-powered RC aircraft from small sport flyers through large-scale and aerobatic models, giving you flexibility to match battery power to your specific airframe and performance goals.
- Is this ESC suitable for beginners, or is it designed for advanced pilots? — Whilst the Avian 130 Pro is certainly capable enough for experienced and competitive pilots, the Smart telemetry system's plug-and-play simplicity makes it accessible to intermediate and advanced beginners who want sophisticated performance monitoring without complex setup procedures. However, the 130-amp rating targets relatively high-performance aircraft rather than small trainer models, so beginners should ensure their motors and airframes are compatible with this amperage class before purchasing.
- What is the advantage of the single-wire telemetry solution? — Traditional multi-component RC systems require multiple wires and separate modules to achieve similar telemetry functionality, resulting in cable clutter, more potential points of failure, and complex integration. The Avian 130 Pro eliminates this complexity by delivering all telemetry information through a single wire connection to your transmitter, reducing weight, simplifying installation, and improving system reliability. Real-time data transmission means you can monitor your aircraft's electrical health throughout every flight and make live adjustments to optimise performance.
- How does the high-voltage BEC output help with aircraft setup? — The BEC (Battery Elimination Circuit) provides regulated power from the main battery to your receiver and servos. The Avian 130 Pro's high-voltage BEC output options allow flexible power distribution that can adapt to different receiver and servo requirements without needing separate external power modules. This is particularly valuable in complex aircraft with multiple high-torque servos or receivers that benefit from dedicated, regulated power sources.
- What aircraft types is the Avian 130 Pro suitable for? — The 130-amp rating and 3S-6S compatibility make this ESC ideal for high-performance aerobatic planes, racing drones, powerful electric helicopters, large-scale sport flyers, and competition aircraft. It's less suited for small indoor trainer aircraft or micro-scale models, which typically use significantly lower amperage ESCs.
- Do I need to use Spektrum transmitters and receivers with this ESC? — Whilst this ESC is optimised for Spektrum Smart ecosystem components, it functions as a standard brushless ESC with any compatible receiver. However, to fully utilise the advanced real-time telemetry features, you'll need a Spektrum transmitter and receiver capable of receiving Smart telemetry data, ensuring you can access all the performance-monitoring benefits this premium ESC offers.
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