Hi guys
After a bait boat but I don't want to spend loads
Anyone got the new model from boatman ?
It seems OK for the money
Any views would be helpfull guys
After a bait boat but I don't want to spend loads
Anyone got the new model from boatman ?
It seems OK for the money
Any views would be helpfull guys
In reply to Post #1
They do look incredible for the money, I've got the Actor and that's very decent, so the Vulcan only looks to be better! If I was to replace, I'd be getting the Vulcan.
They do look incredible for the money, I've got the Actor and that's very decent, so the Vulcan only looks to be better! If I was to replace, I'd be getting the Vulcan.
In reply to Post #1
Yep very good boat for the money best about in its price range have one myself after upgrading to it from the actor plus and can't fault it .Just one thing to be aware of if you do buy one you will need to buy a 5v 1amp usb mains plug for charging the remote needs to be that output boatman say as it only comes with the usb lead for charging it for some stupid reason
Yep very good boat for the money best about in its price range have one myself after upgrading to it from the actor plus and can't fault it .Just one thing to be aware of if you do buy one you will need to buy a 5v 1amp usb mains plug for charging the remote needs to be that output boatman say as it only comes with the usb lead for charging it for some stupid reason
In reply to Post #3
Hi, 5v is the standard USB voltage, supply as to be 5v.
Regards ampage, don't worry about a specific number, it could be 1 amp or say 500 amp.
What device your charging, will only take what it can take/ needs.
If the charger cannot supply the ampage/ current what your device needs, charging will just take longer. Or if it needs that ampage when connected to run, it prob won't work.
If the charger can supply alot more ampage/ current your device needs, don't worry, it will just take what it needs.
Use any USB 240v, 3 pin, 2 pin charger, with a std USB connector on it.
Thats why alot of devices now come with just a cable.
For devices that do need more power, there's a new USB standard, connectors on mains plug are USB C, other end on cable USB C. USB C is the connector thats oval ie you can plug it in any way around.
If you have a New Direction Baitboat ND2, that were supplied with mains charger, were some were faulty. You were sent a free USB charger, it needs as high a ampage as you can get supply wise, to charge BB Li ion batteries reasonable. So mains charger with USB C to USB C, as higher ampage it can deliver.
Or charge faster buy mains charger from other supplier (and hope its a good chinese one).
Bob
Hi, 5v is the standard USB voltage, supply as to be 5v.
Regards ampage, don't worry about a specific number, it could be 1 amp or say 500 amp.
What device your charging, will only take what it can take/ needs.
If the charger cannot supply the ampage/ current what your device needs, charging will just take longer. Or if it needs that ampage when connected to run, it prob won't work.
If the charger can supply alot more ampage/ current your device needs, don't worry, it will just take what it needs.
Use any USB 240v, 3 pin, 2 pin charger, with a std USB connector on it.
Thats why alot of devices now come with just a cable.
For devices that do need more power, there's a new USB standard, connectors on mains plug are USB C, other end on cable USB C. USB C is the connector thats oval ie you can plug it in any way around.
If you have a New Direction Baitboat ND2, that were supplied with mains charger, were some were faulty. You were sent a free USB charger, it needs as high a ampage as you can get supply wise, to charge BB Li ion batteries reasonable. So mains charger with USB C to USB C, as higher ampage it can deliver.
Or charge faster buy mains charger from other supplier (and hope its a good chinese one).
Bob
The battery packs are going to have a charge rating that should be followed. The Actor plus remote battery packs are 2000mAh batteries and the rapid charging rate current is likely 1C or 2Amps (1amp is 0.5C). Personally I would not exceed 2AMP charging rate as this will likely overheat and ruin the battery quite quickly.
I charge my remote with a 400mA charger which is 0.2C. Takes a little longer but improves battery life.
They say do not exceed 1A for a reason - if you do over a period of time the battery will degrade and best case not hold as much charge or worst case, swell and potentially catch fire.
LiPo batteries should be charged correctly and in a fireproof bag. These are not the same as the batteries in your phone with much more sophisticated management software controlling the charge.
I charge my remote with a 400mA charger which is 0.2C. Takes a little longer but improves battery life.
They say do not exceed 1A for a reason - if you do over a period of time the battery will degrade and best case not hold as much charge or worst case, swell and potentially catch fire.
LiPo batteries should be charged correctly and in a fireproof bag. These are not the same as the batteries in your phone with much more sophisticated management software controlling the charge.
I had the boatman actor plus and have just bought a vulcan after seeing my mates. The vulcan which is cheaper than actor feels in a different league. It looks much better feels much more solid and the biggest bonus is its totally waterproof. Even the remote is totally waterproof. You can fully submerge boat underwater and remote under water and keep it totally submerged for a minute and no water gets in. I dont know another boat that you can do that with and its only £350. Absolute bargain as far a baitboats go. There custom service is superb as well. Buy with 100% confidence. An iphone plug is rated at 5 amps so use one of those if you have an iphone.
Many thanks for the input so far guys
Any other makes in the same league as the the vulcan in the same price range ...
It should be good for piking & deadbaits do you think ?
Any other makes in the same league as the the vulcan in the same price range ...
It should be good for piking & deadbaits do you think ?
In reply to Post #3
Have you got the GPS model does it make that much difference for the price hike ?
Have you got the GPS model does it make that much difference for the price hike ?
In reply to Post #7
I haven't used one but take a look at Big Lake MK4, £440 for the basic model, which is upgradeable. Made in the UK too
That or the Vulcan are on my possible list!
I haven't used one but take a look at Big Lake MK4, £440 for the basic model, which is upgradeable. Made in the UK too
That or the Vulcan are on my possible list!
In reply to Post #1
I've got the Actor Mk4i compass. Can't fault it whatsoever, used it on a few sessions and it was perfect for me. From all reports, the Vulcan is better still (like an upgraded plus model with top loading)
I've got the Actor Mk4i compass. Can't fault it whatsoever, used it on a few sessions and it was perfect for me. From all reports, the Vulcan is better still (like an upgraded plus model with top loading)
In reply to Post #1
Vulcan is a great bit of kit for the money
Got the GPS and it's spot on...
Boatman service is superb if ever needed too.
No brainer IMO
Loved my ND2 but when I needed help they weren't interested.
Vulcan is a great bit of kit for the money
Got the GPS and it's spot on...
Boatman service is superb if ever needed too.
No brainer IMO
Loved my ND2 but when I needed help they weren't interested.
In reply to Post #11
How does it handle in the wind with the waves etc
How does it handle in the wind with the waves etc
In reply to Post #12
It looks like the Vulcan autopilot has a compass fitted so going out to stored spots or returning home it should be able to maintain a straight course
It looks like the Vulcan autopilot has a compass fitted so going out to stored spots or returning home it should be able to maintain a straight course
In reply to Post #1
I'm after one of these aswell, anyone in here comment on the accuracy of the gps? Would like it solely for baiting up midweek to make the job a bit quicker.
I'm after one of these aswell, anyone in here comment on the accuracy of the gps? Would like it solely for baiting up midweek to make the job a bit quicker.
In reply to Post #14
Post 11 mate
And a link on YouTube
https://youtu.be/trCSVhR353M?si=9JLsKUL77kZmTdPM
Post 11 mate
And a link on YouTube
https://youtu.be/trCSVhR353M?si=9JLsKUL77kZmTdPM