Novak Product Timeline 1999-present

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The Cyclone receives a major update, as well as a brother, the Cyclone TC, which like the original Cyclone, includes 3 pre-programmed profiles. The Cyclone TC is the first ESC specifically designed for Touring Cars, and includes the 1998 World Cup Profile used by Joel Johnson. Novak designs and introduces Constant Force Braking in both Cyclone models to allow for more effective braking power at all speeds. The anticipated Millennium Battery Management System is introduced, which is Novak's first microprocessor-based charger, and is also compatible with the popular 3000 mAh Ni-MH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries. Another multiple profile speed control is introduced: the Dually, which features pre-programmed Stock and Modified profiles. Novak introduces the XXL receiver (in both AM and FM models), one of the smallest and lightest 2-channel receivers on the market. Jukka Steenari gives Novak their 18th IFMAR World title by winning the 4WD Off-Road World Championships in his home country, Finland. Jukka's use of various Novak products, the Cyclone ESC, XXL FM receiver, Millennium charger, and Pit Wizard Programming Device, help clinch his title. The Polaris AM receiver retires.

"XXL FM"

2-Channel Micro FM Receiver

• Current product

• World Champion

"XXL AM"

2-Channel Micro AM Receiver

• Current product

"Cyclone TC Touring Car Edition"
Speed Control
• Discontinued in 2001

"Cyclone 99"
Speed Control
• First ESC with Constant Force Braking
• World Champion
• 4-Time R/C Car Action Reader's Choice Award Winner
• Discontinued in 2001

"Dually Dual Profile"
Speed Control
• Current product
• First ESC with 2 profiles and a current limiter

"Millennium"
Battery Management System
• Discontinued in 2001
• World Champion
• 2-Time R/C Car Action Reader's Choice Award winner
• 1st Microprocessor-based charger

Novak introduces a new product to their electronic line: the N-Power DC power supply. "Switching" technology enables the the N-Power to run extra cool and efficiently. Dual outputs and a harness connect directly to ALL Novak chargers, including the Millennium Pro and Rhino, as well as any DC charger on the market. 2 chargers can be powered simultaneously.

"N-Power"

Power Supply

• Current product

• Switching power supply runs coolly and efficiently

2001 was another BIG year for Novak as 6 breakout products from each of Novak's main product lines, Speed Controls, Chargers, and Receivers, are released. The Cyclone C2 and Cyclone TC2 replaced previous Cyclone models. Updated throttle profiles, a combo ON/OFF switch, a plug-in input harness are some of the new conveniences featured in the new Cyclones. While the Cyclones were being updated, the Millennium DC charger was also receiving a few enhancements, which turned this popular charger into a "Pro." Boasting a new, highly accurate Ni-MH2 charge mode and built-in Pit Wizard software, the Millennium Pro charged onto the R/C scene, securing its place as the racer's favorite charger. Joining Novak's charger line, and fulfilling the request of R/C enthusiasts to design an AC/DC charger, is the Ionic. The much anticipated AC/DC charger boasts the same incredible Ni-MH2 charge mode that helped elevate the Millennium into a Pro, while having the convenience of a built-in power supply. Racers rejoiced as their wish came true. On the Receiver scene, Novak engineers unveiled yet another revolutionary product for R/C enthusiasts: the XXtra Synthesized FM Receiver. Changing frequencies no longer requires changing crystals--it's now just a simple twist of a switch on the receiver.

"Cyclone C2"

Speed Control

• Discontinued in 2002

"Cyclone TC2"

Speed Control

• Discontinued in 2002

"Ionic"
AC/DC Charger
• Discontinued in 2005

"XXtra 75 MHz"
FM Synthesized Receiver
• Current product

"Millennium Pro"
Battery Management System
• Discontinued in 2005 • World Champion
• 2-Time R/C Car Action Reader's Choice Award winner

"XXtra 27 MHz"
Synthesized FM Receiver
• Current product

2002 was another productive year with products from each of Novak's major lines making their debut. First off, a DC-only version of the Ionic charger (the AC/DC version came out the previous year) was released, giving R/C enthusiasts an even more economical, yet reliable and Novak-quality charger. The Black Box Power Supply was also introduced this year and was the ideal counterpart to the Ionic DC charger due to its small size, light weight, reliability, and its low price. Next came Novak's successful venture into the "micro" craze. The Spy Micro-Reversible ESC and the Spy Ni-MH battery pack were introduced as a new product line we called "Spy Gear." Racing enthusiasts were treated to Novak's replacement for the popular Cyclone series: the GT7 Racing Programmable ESC. One of our most innovative products we introduced this year was the Switch Synthesized 75MHz FM Transmitter Module. The Switch brought convenience to the R/C community with its unique ability to synthesize all thirty 75 MHz channels without changing a transmitter crystal. Even better...when used with the XXtra Synthesized FM Receiver, Novak introduced a hassle-free, crystal-less R/C experience--much to the relief and gratitude of R/C car drivers around the world.

"Ionic"
DC Charger
• Discontinued in 2005

"Spy ESC"
Micro-Reversible ESC
• Current product

"GT7"
Programmable Racing ESC
• Current product

"Spy Battery"
Micro Battery Pack
• Current product

"Switch"
Synthesized 75MHz FM Transmitter Module
• Current product

"Black Box"
Power Supply
• Current product

2003 was the year of the motor. Finally, after what seemed like ages from when we originally made the announcement that we were developing a brushless motor, the SS5800 Super Sport Brushless Motor System made it into hobby stores. 10 months later, the SS4300 Racing Stock Brushless Motor system arrived on the scene. Brushless Motors created quite a stir well before they were available to the general public. Now, nearly two years later, everyone seems to be singing the praises of this virtually maintenance-free, powerful, yet efficient system. Still on the designer's table...the High-Voltage Brushless Motor System due in 2004! Also released this year was a 27MHz version of the popular Switch FM Transmitter Module.

"Super Sport SS5800"
Brushless Motor System
• Current product

"Switch"

Synthesized 27MHz FM Transmitter Module
• Current product

"Super Sport SS4300 Stock"
Brushless Motor System
• Current product

2004...what a year! This was a year of diversification for Novak. We expanded our line to include batteries and dischargers, and released four different speed controls that ranged from micro-small to a beefy, heavy-duty model. The first ESC of this year was the XRS. This reversible sport ESC was not only small in size, but small in price. The next ESC to be released was the GTX: a racing model that proved extremely popular and successful from the get-go! The GTX is currently Novak's smallest programmable racing ESC and came to the market with impressive credentials after already winning several national titles as well as an IFMAR title. On the opposite end of the ESC spectrum, was our next release: the Super Duty XR. This high-voltage reversible ESC also proved instantly popular with large-scale vehicle drivers clamoring for the rugged high-performance ESC. The last ESC release of the year was the opposite of the Super Duty XR; While the Micro GT was another high-power ESC, it was made for micro-size vehicles. This suped up version of the SPY ESC is forward-only and ready-to-race! Other releases in this year included items not yet found in the Novak line. The Orange Power GP3300VE Cells were Novak's venture into the battery business. The 6 matched cells boast premium performance due to Novak's exclusive Accu-Match Battery Matching System and Voltage Enhancement Method. To care for these premium-grade cells is the next release, the Smart Tray Equalizing Discharger. Thanks to its ICM Circuitry that accurately discharges and monitors each individual cell's voltage, the Smart Tray is a truly accurate discharger. While all of our 2004 releases were exciting, our most anticipated product of the year was the debut of our high-voltage brushless motor system: the HV-Maxx.

"XRS"
Reversible Sport ESC
• Current product

"Orange Power GP3300VE Cells"
GP3300VE Ni-MH Batteries
• Current product

"Smart Tray"
Equalizing Discharger
• Current product

"GTX"
Programmable Racing ESC
• Current product

"Super Duty XR"
High-Voltage Reversible ESC
• Current product

"HV-Maxx High-Voltage"
Brushless Motor System
• Current product

The year produced some unbelievable new products, and there are still several new products on the horizon for next year. Novak's newest speed control, the Super Sport Plus, is truly innovative. It is compatible with Brushed and Brushless motors (including Novak's own SS5800 and SS4300 brushless motors). Plus, it's programmable! But Novak didn't stop there, it came out with two more ESCs, the Micro GT and GTS Pro Sport. The GTS Pro Sport is perfect for novice racers who want an upgrade from their entry-level speed controls at an affordable price. This year was also the first time in two years that Novak came out with a new brushless system. The GTB Programmable Racing Brushless System is the perfect buy if you’re looking for a competitive, out-of-the-box, ready-to-race brushless system. The GTB systems also were released with two new Velociti motors, which are sensor-based for excellent braking and low-speed driveability. In the charger department, the dependable Ionic has been updated with a 10-amp discharger and is now known as the Ionic-D. In addition to chargers, Novak also came out with a discharger, the Flatline Dead Short Battery Storage Tray, which was designed for racers who want to deep discharge or discharge their battery packs completely.

"Micro GT"
High-Power Micro Racing ESC
• Current product

"Pro Sport GTS"
Brushed ESC
• Current product

"Super Sport Plus"
Programmable Brush/Brushed ESC
• Current product

"Ionic-D"
Charger & Discharger
• Current product

"Flatline Battery Storage Tray"
Battery Discharger
• Current product

"GTB/Velociti Racing System"
Racing Brushless System
• Current product

Some of the innovative ideas from last year were brought to life in 2006. We expanded our line of Velociti series motors and developed two high-voltage systems. To start off the year, Novak introduced the Smart Tray Special Edition that contains the new additions of cool blue LEDs, hold discharge voltage mode and a higher voltage threshold. One month later, the HV 6.5 High-Voltage Brushless System was released. This system came with two major motor upgrades that are truly ground breaking. Inside the motor rests the newly engineered nickel-plated rotor, which improves acceleration and resilience. Secondly, the motor was produced with lightweight, aluminum-ribbed end bells, which remove excessive heat from the motor. But we didn’t stop there, Novak then revised the HV system to create the HV 4.5 High-Voltage Brushless System, which has many of the same great features as the HV 6.5 but is significantly faster and can reach speeds above 60 mph. This dynamic system also allows for longer run times with minimal maintenance. Next, Novak came out with the Smart-Stop Li-Po Cutoff Module that prevents your vehicle from draining your Li-Po packs below their safety level. The Smart-Stop Module is easily set up with a One-Touch Set-Up button. The year ended with the introduction of a new ESC to the GTB line. The GTB 4-Cell Programmable Racing Brushed/Brushless ESC offers all of the same high-tech features and performance as the original #1710 GTB but is geared specifically for 4-cell applications, such as 1/12-scale on road, 1/12-scale oval and 1/10-scale oval.

"GTB 4-Cell ESC"
Programmable Brushed/Brushless ESC
• Current product

"Smart Tray"
Charger & Discharger
• Current product

"HV Brushless System 4.5"
High Voltage System
• Current product

"HV Brushless System 6.5 "
High Voltage System
• Current product

"Smart-Stop Battery"
Li-Po Cutoff Module
• Current product

2007 has been one of the most productive years for Novak. The variety and quality of products is simply astonishing. At the beginning of the year, Novak introduced the GTB Spread Spectrum Brushless/Brush ESC and GTB 4-Cell Spread Spectrum Brushless/Brush ESC, which were the first speed controls optimized for spread spectrum transmitters. Both ESCs have significantly faster MOSFET switching speeds, which provide improved performance and cooler operating temperatures. In the same month, Novak introduced the SS Pro Brushless motor series, based on Novak’s Velociti-Series Racing brushless motors. The SS Pro series includes five motors, all with different winds, including the popular SS13 .5 Pro Stock Brushless Motor. The SS Pro motors are compatible with all Novak brushless ESCs. Novak, then, released the XBR Sport Brushless/Brush Speed Control that breaks the mold of sport by offering seemingly endless practice time and multiple throttle profiles with full programmability. Next, Novak resurrected the Rooster Reversible ESC. This powerful and robust ESC can handle motors down to 12 turns and a heavy-duty, 6 Volt / 1.5 Amp BEC adds to its durability, making it ideal for those running modified motors. But Novak didn’t stop tweaking the Rooster there. It added another title to the popular ESC: crawler. The Rooster Crawler Edition ESC was released in June and had a few added features, such as zero reverse delay and high-power drag brakes for monster holding power. At the same time, Novak also released the HV High-Voltage Brushless ESC. This high-power, reversible brushless speed control features forward, reverse and brake operation for drivers of all skill levels and applications. But Novak wasn’t finished with Crawlers yet. It also released the Goat Crawler Sintered Brushless System, which boasts instant throttle response, super low-speed drivability and explosive torque.The Goat is also equipped with built-in Brushless Motor Rotation Software. Next, Novak added five new motors to its impressive list with the Velociti Light Brushless motor series. The Velociti Lights have a smaller gauge wire than the original Velociti motors, which allow for the same top speed, but with slower acceleration and softer braking power. The brushless motors also excel in slippery and tight track conditions, and are ideal for off-road and specific on-road applications. Later in the year, the first sensored brushless motors specifically designed for 1/18 and 1/16-scale cars were released. The Mongoose Three-80 is sensored and lightweight to allow micro scale cars the ability to maneuver at high speeds in extremely tight spaces, all with unsurpassed low speed and brake control. Next, Novak added a brand new product to its arsenal with the Sentry Data Logger. This product gives you an in depth, close-up look into how your car is performing. The small-sized data logger measures and records information from several tiny sensors placed in your R/C car. The Sentry stores the collected data to be later reviewed on your personal computer.