Novak M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC - NE1846

 Picture the functionality and utility of two Novak Goat Crawler Speed Controls in brushed mode and Novak’s Dig Unit; now, envision it in one highly programmable, inexpensive speed control and you get the revolutionary M2 Dig 3S Dual Brush ESC. This patent-pending, new controller combines 6 adjustable parameters with its revolutionary performance including a separated drag brake and dig function.

With only the addition of two brushed crawler motors, the M2 Dig controls both motors and performs dig maneuvers. In addition to the standard Dig Mode, the M2 features a Proportional Dig Mode which allows you to dial-in partial Dig Power on the fly for even finer control and precise maneuverability through tricky terrain. It also features an exceptional control on steep inclines and descents. Plus, the built-in electronic Dig Power is independently adjustable from the Hill/Drag Braking. This truly unique speed control supports both 2S and 3S LiPo!

The compact M2 Dig ESC is easy to install and operate. There are three fully programmable throttle profiles: Dig Mode, Proportional Dig Mode and Single Output Mode.

Dig Mode is the default setting, and uses Dig Power (independent of Drag Brake) to lock one motor at a time.This mode requires a proportional switch or a simple three-position switch to operate.

Proportional Dig Mode. This completely original mode uses a transmitter's third channel that is proportional (button or dial), allowing drivers to vary the amount of Dig Power being applied to the motor. This innovative feature provides seemingly endless fine tuning of the Dig for the ultimate vehicle control.

Single Output Mode is for applications with single motors or operation without a 3-channel transmitter. In this mode all four motor power wires can be soldered to one brush motor for higher performance, or connect two motors and control them both at the same time.

Spec Check:

• Input Voltage: 2-3 Li-Po/Li-Fe cells or 4-9 NiMH cells (1.2V/cell)


• On-Resistance (dual motor): 0.0016 ohm. at 25 degrees C trans. temp.


• On-Resistance (single motor): 0.0008 ohm. at 25 degrees C trans. temp.


• ESC Footprint: 1.16” x 1.47” (29.5 x 37.3 mm)


• ESC Weight (w/o wires): 1.30 oz. (36.9g)


• Motor Limit: 27-turn (Single), 33-turn (Dual) 540-sized dual brushed motors


• BEC: 6.0 volts DC / 5.0 amps


• Status LEDs: 4 on-board; 2 external


• Voltage Cut-Off: 6.25V (2S Li-Po), 9.38V (3S Li-Po) (Automatic)


• Power Wires: 14G Super-Flex Copper-Strand Silicone Wire

Like Novak’s Electronic Dig Unit (NE5450), the M2 Dig 3S ESC does not require any vehicle modifications to install or operate. Simply plug it into any three-channel surface receiver, and you’re ready to crawl! This ESC is not only easy to install into a vehicle, but it possesses countless features on its own! Compared with a Dual ESC setup, the M2 allows racers to use top of the line crawling technology with just one speed control.