RDNA0288

Overview

The Radient Pigtail Connector Pack, HCT Male, 4in (10 pcs) RDNA0288 is an essential component for any RC enthusiast building, standardising, or repairing power connections across their projects. Whether you're working with RC cars UK, drones, helicopters, or any other RC vehicle type, this pack of ten pre-wired male HCT (Deans) connectors offers a straightforward, reliable solution for maintaining consistent electrical connections throughout your RC collection. Each pigtail arrives complete with a 4-inch lead pre-soldered and ready to use, eliminating the need for lengthy preparation time and ensuring repeatability across all your installations.

Radient has designed this connector pack with the workshop technician and pit box builder in mind. Rather than spending hours soldering individual connectors, you can now reach for a ready-to-use pigtail whenever you need to establish a quick, standardised power connection. This is particularly valuable if you operate multiple RC vehicles or frequently swap batteries between different models. The compact, lightweight pack (just 0.09kg) fits easily into a toolbox, pit bag, or workshop drawer, making it the perfect emergency backup when you need matching connectors on hand for quick turnarounds. Suitable for users aged 14 and above, these connectors are compatible with any standard HCT (Deans) socket, making them universally applicable across brushless RC buggies, RC trucks, RC helicopters, FPV racing drones, rock crawlers, and numerous other RC platforms.

RC Model Shop stocks this Radient connector pack because we recognise that reliability in electrical connections is non-negotiable in RC hobby work. Poor connections lead to power loss, intermittent faults, and safety hazards. By offering genuine Radient pigtails with pre-tinned wire ends ready for soldering, we ensure that every connection you make meets professional standards. Whether you're a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or discovering the world of RC for the first time, having a pack of quality male HCT connectors in your workshop is a practical investment that will save you time, frustration, and potential downtime.

Key Features

• Pre-wired Male HCT (Deans) Connectors — Each of the ten connectors in this pack arrives factory pre-installed on a 4-inch lead, eliminating the tedious task of soldering connectors from scratch and ensuring consistent quality across all pigtails.
• 4-inch Lead Length — The generous 4-inch lead provides flexibility when routing power connections through your RC vehicle chassis, offering enough length to reach battery connectors whilst remaining compact enough to keep installations neat and tidy.
• Pre-tinned Wire Ends — The wire at each end of the pigtail is pre-tinned, meaning it's already coated with a thin layer of solder, making it faster and easier to solder these connections into your circuit without requiring additional flux or lengthy heating times.
• Pack of Ten Units — With ten pigtails in a single pack, you have enough spares to standardise connections across multiple RC projects, maintain emergency backups for field repairs, or build an entire battery bank with matching connectors.
• HCT (Deans) Compatibility — These male connectors are fully compatible with any standard HCT socket, making them universally applicable across brushless RC cars, RC trucks, RC helicopters, FPV racing drones, and countless other RC platforms that use the Deans standard.
• Lightweight and Portable — At just 0.09kg, this pack is light enough to carry in your pit box, workshop bag, or RC hobby case, ensuring you always have quality connectors available whenever you need them.
• Workshop Essential — Whether you're building new vehicles, repairing damaged connections, or standardising your fleet of RC models, this pack represents a cost-effective way to maintain professional-quality electrical connections across all your RC equipment.

Technical Performance

The Radient Pigtail Connector Pack leverages the HCT (Deans) connector standard, which is recognised throughout the RC hobby as a reliable, robust electrical interface suitable for medium to high-current applications across brushless RC cars, RC buggies, RC trucks, and other electrically demanding platforms. The 4-inch lead length provides sufficient flexibility for installation in most RC vehicle layouts whilst remaining short enough to maintain neat wiring harnesses. The connectors themselves are manufactured to consistent tolerances, ensuring reliable contact and minimal voltage drop across the interface. The pre-tinned wire ends are particularly valuable, as they simplify the soldering process and reduce the risk of dry joints or poor connections that could cause intermittent electrical faults during operation. By maintaining a stock of these pre-wired pigtails, you eliminate variables in connector preparation, ensuring every connection you make meets the same high standard. The solid electrical properties of the HCT connector design make it suitable for various RC applications, from casual Sunday bashing to more demanding competition use. The overall engineering philosophy reflects Radient's commitment to producing practical, dependable RC components that hobbyists can trust for reliable performance.

What's in the Box

• 10x Radient HCT Male Pigtail Connectors with 4-inch pre-soldered leads
• Pre-tinned wire ends ready for soldering

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the HCT connector and how does it differ from other RC battery connectors? — HCT, commonly referred to as the Deans connector, is one of the most widely adopted battery connectors in the RC hobby. It features a compact design with reliable contacts suitable for medium to high-current applications. Unlike XT60 connectors (which are larger and more commonly found on higher-powered LiPo packs) or Tamiya connectors (which are smaller and found on older RC vehicles), HCT connectors offer a good balance of size, contact area, and reliability. They're the standard choice across most brushless RC cars UK, many RC trucks, RC helicopters, and FPV racing platforms.
• Can I use these pigtails with different battery types? — Yes, these are connector pigtails, not battery-specific items. The HCT connector itself is compatible with any battery pack, speed controller, or device fitted with a matching female HCT socket. Whether you're running 2S, 3S, or higher LiPo packs, NiMH batteries, or other compatible battery types, as long as the receiving socket matches the male HCT connector, these pigtails will work perfectly.
• What does pre-tinned mean and why does it matter? — Pre-tinned means the exposed wire ends are already coated with a thin layer of solder. This matters because it makes soldering much easier and faster—you simply position the pigtail against your solder joint target and apply heat, rather than having to add solder and manage a bare copper wire simultaneously. Pre-tinning also reduces the risk of dry solder joints, which can cause intermittent electrical connection failures that are incredibly frustrating to diagnose in the field.
• Why would I need ten pigtails rather than buying them individually? — Bulk packs offer better value and ensure consistency. If you operate multiple RC vehicles or frequently rebuild battery connectors, having ten matching pigtails means all your electrical connections maintain identical characteristics. This is particularly valuable when standardising your RC fleet or maintaining backup connectors in your pit box for emergency field repairs.
• Are these suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. In fact, beginners benefit enormously from pre-wired pigtails because they eliminate the steep learning curve associated with soldering connectors from scratch. The pre-tinned wire ends and pre-built design mean you can focus on proper soldering technique without worrying about connector assembly simultaneously.
• Can I use these pigtails to repair damaged connectors on existing batteries? — Yes, this is one of the primary uses for pigtails. If your battery's connector becomes damaged, melted, or loose, you can carefully desolder the damaged connector, clean the wire, and solder on a fresh pigtail from this pack. This extends the life of expensive battery packs significantly.
• What tools and equipment do I need to use these pigtails? — You'll need a soldering iron (25-40W is typical for RC work), solder (rosin core, preferably 60/40 tin/lead or lead-free equivalent), and basic soldering skill. The pre-tinned ends and pre-wired design mean you don't need specialised connector crimping tools or uncommon equipment—just standard soldering gear available at any electronics shop.

Why Buy from RC Model Shop?

RC Model Shop is a trusted UK RC retailer and authorised dealer for all the brands we stock, including Traxxas, ARRMA, Losi, FTX, Hobbywing, Spektrum and more. Based in Walsall, we have a physical store where customers are welcome to come in, view products and purchase in store. Whether you are a seasoned competitor, a weekend basher, or just discovering the world of RC for the first time, our team of experienced RC enthusiasts is here to help you find the perfect setup and provide ongoing support. Order the Radient Pigtail Connector Pack, HCT Male, 4in (10 pcs) RDNA0288 today with confidence, knowing you are buying from an authorised retailer with genuine products, expert knowledge and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Shop online or visit us in Walsall — we look forward to helping you get the most out of your RC experience.