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Battery eliminator circuits (BEC)

Info on using an external BEC with your speed controller. Also, a DIY BEC.

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Redundant, Scalable and Cheap BEC
A DIY BEC that can be scaled to whatever amperage you need, with very little weight and built-in failsafes.
The Battery Eliminator Circuit
A nice article explaining how the BEC works, with some circuits.
To BEC or Not To BEC
At first glance, there would seem to be no reason not to use a BEC, but as with most things in life, there are advantages and disadvantages. This article covers the choice from all angles.
Battery Eliminator Circuits
This article focuses on a BEC for fighting robots, but also covers a lot of the theory and possible problems of the BEC.
BEC ratings and problems (pdf)
Why the Battery Eliminator Circuit in your Speed Controller may not be up to the task.
Lithium battery low voltage warning
A small, simple low voltage warning LED system for lithium polymer batteries.