Castle Creations Sidewinder Micro ESC - Combo With 8200KV Motor

The Castle Creations Sidewinder Micro ESC - Combo With 8200KV Motor (P-CC05007) pairs the proven Sidewinder Micro electronic speed controller with the 0808 4‑pole brushless sensorless 20mm motor. Designed for compact RC platforms, this combo delivers refined control, smooth starts and strong power handling in a small footprint.

Sidewinder Micro brings updated hardware and circuitry alongside refined software for ultra-smooth throttle response. Versatility is built in too, with support for both brushless and brushed motors, making it a flexible choice for a range of micro RC applications.

Key Features

• A significant step up in power handling thanks to updated hardware and circuitry
• Refined software for ultra-smooth starts and throttle feel
• Supports brushed motors as well as brushless for added versatility

Programming Options via Transmitter

• Low battery voltage cut-off warning
• Brake strength
• Lockout reverse mode
• Timing adjustment
• Motor start power
• Punch control
• Reverse speed
• Motor type
• Throttle dead band

Additional Tuning with Castle Link

The Sidewinder Micro ESC is Castle Link compatible, allowing drivers to connect to a Windows PC for deeper customisation and saved profiles.

• Torque limit
• Forward speed limiting
• Reverse speed limiting
• Throttle response curve
• Brake response curve
• Arming time
• Saved profile setup files
• Custom values for a majority of options

Specifications

• Max ESC Voltage: 3S LiPo (11.1v)
• Max Motor Voltage: 2S
• Resistance: 0.045 Ohms
• Brake: Proportional
• Reversible: Yes, with lockout
• Low Voltage Cutoff: Yes, programmable
• ESC Dimensions: 43 x 25 x 10mm
• Motor Dimensions: 38mm Long, 20mm Diameter, 2mm Shaft

Combining compact size with broad tuning capability, the Sidewinder Micro ESC and 8200KV 0808 motor deliver responsive, precise performance for micro brushless setups, with Castle Link support to fine‑tune to your preference.