Overview
The Etronix Aluminium Fan Cover 30x30mm (ET0083BL) is a precision-engineered cooling accessory designed for RC enthusiasts who demand quality components for their builds. Whether you're running a high-performance brushless motor setup or managing heat in a compact RC car UK installation, this aluminium fan cover offers the perfect solution for protecting and optimising your 30x30mm cooling fan. The cover's neat, low-profile finish ensures it integrates seamlessly into any RC project without compromising aesthetics or functionality, making it an essential upgrade for anyone serious about maintaining optimal motor temperatures during extended running sessions.
Crafted from durable aluminium construction, this fan cover is engineered to provide both protection and style to your RC setup. The straightforward 30x30mm sizing matches the common fan dimensions used across a wide range of ready to run RC vehicles and custom builds throughout the UK. RC Model Shop stocks this Etronix component as part of our comprehensive range of spares and upgrades, recognising that serious hobbyists understand the importance of quality cooling solutions for motor longevity and performance consistency.
This is an optional part that suits a variety of RC platforms, including FTX model ranges such as the FTX Zorro EP and FTX Khaos, making it a versatile addition to any serious RC enthusiast's workshop. The aluminium construction ensures excellent heat dissipation properties whilst maintaining a lightweight profile, and the professional finish makes this cover a smart choice for anyone looking to upgrade their RC car UK setup with quality spares and upgrades that really make a difference to long-term reliability.
Key Features
- Aluminium Construction — The cover is manufactured from high-quality aluminium alloy, which provides excellent durability and superior heat dissipation properties compared to plastic alternatives, ensuring your cooling fan operates at peak efficiency even during intense RC sessions.
- 30x30mm Size — This compact dimension matches the industry-standard cooling fan size used across countless RC platforms, making it a universally compatible upgrade for most modern RC car UK setups and custom builds requiring efficient motor cooling solutions.
- Low-Profile Design — The neat, low-profile finish integrates seamlessly into your RC project without adding bulk or compromising the visual appeal of your finished build, perfect for owners who care about both performance and presentation.
- Professional Appearance — The precision-engineered finish gives your RC setup a polished, factory-quality appearance that demonstrates your commitment to building with quality components and attention to detail throughout your entire build.
- Optional Upgrade — As an optional part, this fan cover works with a variety of RC platforms, giving you the flexibility to add cooling protection to multiple vehicles in your RC collection, including FTX Zorro EP and FTX Khaos models.
- Lightweight Profile — Despite its robust aluminium construction, the cover maintains a minimal weight addition to your RC vehicle, ensuring that cooling benefits don't come at the cost of performance or handling characteristics.
Technical Performance
The Etronix Aluminium Fan Cover 30x30mm represents an engineering-focused approach to motor cooling and protection in the RC hobby. Manufactured from quality aluminium alloy, the cover delivers exceptional thermal management properties essential for maintaining brushless motor performance during extended running sessions. The 30x30mm specification is the industry standard for compact cooling fans used across numerous RC platforms, from entry-level ready to run RC vehicles to high-performance custom builds. The aluminium construction not only provides superior heat dissipation compared to plastic alternatives, but also offers robust protection for your cooling fan mechanism against debris, impacts, and the rigours of off-road RC use. The low-profile design ensures mounting flexibility across different RC platforms without interfering with other components, whilst the precision finish demonstrates the professional build quality expected from Etronix. This is a straightforward, tidy accessory that elevates the cooling setup of any RC project, whether you're building a high-speed basher, a precision crawler, or anything in between. The cover's compatibility with FTX models like the Zorro EP and Khaos underscores its suitability for serious RC car UK enthusiasts seeking reliable cooling solutions as part of their spares and upgrades strategy.
What's in the Box
- Etronix Aluminium Fan Cover 30x30mm
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Etronix Aluminium Fan Cover 30x30mm designed to do? — This fan cover is designed to protect and enhance your 30x30mm cooling fan whilst providing excellent heat dissipation properties. It's an optional upgrade that helps maintain optimal motor temperatures during extended RC running sessions, which directly translates to better performance consistency and longer motor lifespan for your RC car UK setup.
- Is this fan cover compatible with my RC vehicle? — The 30x30mm sizing makes this cover compatible with any RC platform that uses a standard 30x30mm cooling fan. This includes FTX models such as the Zorro EP and Khaos, along with many other RC platforms. If your current setup uses a 30x30mm fan, this cover will fit perfectly as an upgrade option.
- Why should I choose aluminium over plastic fan covers? — Aluminium provides superior heat dissipation properties compared to plastic, meaning your motor cooling system will operate more efficiently. Additionally, aluminium offers greater durability and impact resistance, making it the preferred choice for serious RC enthusiasts who demand long-term reliability from their spares and upgrades.
- How does this cover help with motor performance? — By providing enhanced cooling protection and superior heat management, this cover helps your brushless motor maintain optimal operating temperatures throughout extended running sessions. Cooler motors run more efficiently, produce more consistent power delivery, and have significantly longer operational lifespans compared to motors that overheat due to inadequate cooling solutions.
- Is this suitable for beginners? — Yes, absolutely. This is a straightforward, easy-to-install optional upgrade that beginners can confidently add to their RC setup. It requires no technical expertise and offers immediate benefits in terms of motor protection and cooling efficiency, making it an excellent first upgrade for anyone new to the RC car UK hobby.
- What is the difference between this Etronix cover and other fan covers? — The Etronix Aluminium Fan Cover distinguishes itself through its precision aluminium construction, which delivers superior heat dissipation and durability compared to plastic alternatives. The professional finish and low-profile design also make it an aesthetic choice that elevates the overall appearance of your finished build whilst maintaining practical cooling benefits.
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 ETRONIX ALUMINIUM FAN COVER 30X30MM ET0083BL 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.
- Brand: Etronix
- Model Number: ET0083BL
- Product Type: Aluminium Fan Cover
- Fan Size: 30x30mm
- Material: Aluminium
- Construction: Precision-engineered aluminium alloy
- Design Profile: Low-profile
- Finish: Professional polished
- Weight: Lightweight
- Compatibility: FTX Zorro EP, FTX Khaos, and other RC platforms with 30x30mm fans
- Classification: Optional upgrade part / Spares and upgrades
- Barcode: 5056135738733
- Availability: In stock
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- For orders above £120, we offer delivery to most mainland UK addresses. For orders under £120, we can still deliver to Northern Ireland and the outlying isles, as long as the item can be sent by Royal Mail, weighs less than 30kg, and fits within 61cm × 46cm × 46cm. Some highland and remote areas may carry an extra delivery charge as couriers often apply surcharges in these locations. If you live in one of these areas, feel free to contact us before ordering so we can confirm the delivery options and costs for you.
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