{"id":27151,"date":"2026-10-12T17:42:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T15:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/flipsky-vx3-pro-on-a-takuma-esc\/"},"modified":"2026-10-12T17:43:01","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T15:43:01","slug":"flipsky-vx3-pro-on-a-takuma-esc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/en\/flipsky-vx3-pro-on-a-takuma-esc\/","title":{"rendered":"Installing a Flipsky VX3 Pro remote on a Takuma e-foil (with battery display)"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<header style=\"margin-bottom: 1rem\">\n<h1 style=\"margin: 0 0 .25rem 0\">Installing a Flipsky VX3 Pro remote on a Takuma e-foil (with battery display)<\/h1>\n<p style=\"color: #64748b;margin: .25rem 0 1rem 0\">Field report \u2013 Tested on a Takuma Cruising 2 \u2013 With the VX3 Pro I finally have a screen that shows battery voltage.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"display: flex;gap: 16px;align-items: flex-start;margin: 0 0 1rem 0;flex-wrap: wrap\"><!-- Takuma Cruising --><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/takuma.jpg\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2025\/09\/takuma.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Takuma Cruising 2 under way\" width=\"626\" height=\"352\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<!-- Takuma V2 black --><br \/>\n<a style=\"flex: 0 1 280px\" href=\"https:\/\/futuremovement.co\/products\/takuma-efoil-remote\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 248px;height: auto;border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4_efoil-remote.png.webp\" alt=\"Black Takuma V2 remote\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<!-- Flipsky VX3 Pro --><br \/>\n<a style=\"flex: 0 1 280px\" href=\"https:\/\/fpvstorerc.com\/products\/flipsky-2-4g-wireless-module-waterproof-remote-vx3-pro-controller-for-efoil-esurf-esk8?_pos=2&amp;_sid=0fa40e1a4&amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 248px;height: auto;border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-content\/webp-express\/webp-images\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4_Screenshot2025-03-07at3.15.58pm.png.webp\" alt=\"Flipsky VX3 Pro remote - colour screen\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><figcaption style=\"flex-basis: 100%;color: #475569;margin-top: .5rem\">Left: black Takuma V2 remote (stock). Right: <strong>Flipsky VX3 Pro<\/strong> (waterproof, battery display).<br \/>\nSee the product here: <a href=\"https:\/\/flipsky.net\/collections\/waterproof-remote\/products\/waterproof-remote-vx3-controller\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FPVStoreRC \u2013 VX3 Pro<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/header>\n<section style=\"border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;background: #f8fafc;border-radius: 12px;padding: 14px;margin-bottom: 1rem\"><strong>In short:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin: .5rem 0 0 1rem\">\n<li>The <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> receiver from <a href=\"https:\/\/fpvstorerc.com\/products\/flipsky-2-4g-wireless-module-waterproof-remote-vx3-pro-controller-for-efoil-esurf-esk8?_pos=2&amp;_sid=0fa40e1a4&amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FPVStoreRC<\/a> accepts a <code>VBAT<\/code> input (0-5 V) that lets you display battery voltage.<\/li>\n<li>Wiring <strong>VBAT \u2192 battery +<\/strong> and <strong>GND \u2192 battery \u2212<\/strong> (common ground) is all it takes for the display.<\/li>\n<li>For safety: add a <strong>100-250 mA fuse<\/strong> or a <strong>resistive divider<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<h2>\ud83c\udfaf Why I made the switch<\/h2>\n<p>The Takuma V2 remote quickly frustrated me: limited display, no real battery info, poor readability in full sun.<br \/>\nOne day the screen froze about 400 m from shore \u2192 a worried paddle back to the beach.<br \/>\nI wanted to <strong>see the real voltage of my 12S pack<\/strong>. The <strong>Flipsky VX3 Pro<\/strong> (waterproof model available from <a href=\"https:\/\/fpvstorerc.com\/products\/flipsky-2-4g-wireless-module-waterproof-remote-vx3-pro-controller-for-efoil-esurf-esk8?_pos=2&amp;_sid=0fa40e1a4&amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FPVStoreRC<\/a>) seemed ideal.<\/p>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd0d Problems I had with the Takuma V2<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unstable connection<\/strong> whenever everything is wet (splashes, rain).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average waterproofing<\/strong> \u2192 fogging, likely corrosion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No voltage info<\/strong> \u2192 no visibility on remaining range.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poor readability in full sun<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Support \/ spare parts hard to find<\/strong> \u2192 many riders consider switching to a more standard remote like the VX3 Pro.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Other riders&rsquo; feedback<\/h2>\n<p>I am not alone. Here is what I heard on the forums:<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #e5e7eb;padding-left: 1rem;color: #334155;margin: 1rem 0\"><p><em>\u00ab\u00a0I did the conversion on my Takuma. The PWM signal is recognised, and with the <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> I finally get clear voltage info.\u00a0\u00bb<\/em><br \/>\n\u2014 Rider on foil.zone (\u00ab\u00a0Takuma to Flipsky remote conversion\u00a0\u00bb)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #e5e7eb;padding-left: 1rem;color: #334155;margin: 1rem 0\"><p><em>\u00ab\u00a0My Takuma remote stopped connecting. I ended up switching to a <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong>, far more reliable.\u00a0\u00bb<\/em><br \/>\n\u2014 Discussion \u00ab\u00a0Takuma foil not working\u00a0\u00bb on foil.zone<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #e5e7eb;padding-left: 1rem;color: #334155;margin: 1rem 0\"><p><em>\u00ab\u00a0With the <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> it works, but you have to wire the VBAT properly otherwise the telemetry breaks.\u00a0\u00bb<\/em><br \/>\n\u2014 Takuma \u2192 Flipsky conversion, foil.zone<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #e5e7eb;padding-left: 1rem;color: #334155;margin: 1rem 0\"><p><em>\u00ab\u00a0Nowadays finding a Takuma V2 is a nightmare. Luckily you can order the <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> from FPVStoreRC and other reliable shops.\u00a0\u00bb<\/em><br \/>\n\u2014 Summary of several threads on e-surfer &amp; foil.zone<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>\ud83d\udce6 Hardware used<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fpvstorerc.com\/products\/flipsky-2-4g-wireless-module-waterproof-remote-vx3-pro-controller-for-efoil-esurf-esk8?_pos=2&amp;_sid=0fa40e1a4&amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Flipsky VX3 Pro<\/strong><\/a> + receiver.<\/li>\n<li>12S Li-ion e-foil battery (\u2248 44\u201358.8 V).<\/li>\n<li>Two wires (VBAT and GND), heat-shrink tubing, zip ties.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety option<\/strong>: fast 100-250 mA fuse.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced option<\/strong>: 910 k\u03a9 \/ 47 k\u03a9 resistive divider + 100 nF capacitor.<\/li>\n<li>Multimeter + sealing silicone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure style=\"display: flex;gap: 16px;align-items: flex-start;flex-wrap: wrap;margin: 1rem 0\"><a style=\"flex: 0 1 260px\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Different_Types_of_5x20_Fuses.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 260px;height: auto;border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/c\/cb\/Different_Types_of_5x20_Fuses.jpg\/1280px-Different_Types_of_5x20_Fuses.jpg\" alt=\"5x20 mm fast fuses\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"flex: 0 1 260px\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Two-resistors-in-series.svg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 260px;height: auto;border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/8\/89\/Two-resistors-in-series.svg\/640px-Two-resistors-in-series.svg.png\" alt=\"Resistive divider diagram\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<a style=\"flex: 0 1 260px\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:100_nF_Capacitor.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 260px;height: auto;border-radius: 10px\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/c\/c6\/100_nF_Capacitor.jpg\" alt=\"100 nF capacitor\" title=\"\"><br \/>\n<\/a><figcaption style=\"flex-basis: 100%;color: #475569;margin-top: .5rem\">Examples: fuse, divider, capacitor \u2013 everything you need to stabilise the install properly.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>\u26a1 Simple principle<\/h2>\n<p>Connect <strong>VBAT \u2192 battery +<\/strong> and <strong>GND \u2192 battery \u2212<\/strong>.<br \/>\nA fuse in series on VBAT for safety.<br \/>\nOption: divider + capacitor for a more stable display.<\/p>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd27 Wiring diagram<\/h2>\n<figure style=\"margin: 1rem 0;border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius: 12px;overflow: hidden;background: #fff\">\n<pre style=\"margin: 0;padding: 1rem;font-family: ui-monospace,Menlo,Consolas,monospace;font-size: .95rem;line-height: 1.4;white-space: pre-wrap\">12S battery (\u224844-58.8 V)\n     + \u2500\u2500 100-250 mA fuse \u2500\u2500\u25ba VBAT (VX3 receiver)\n     \u2212 \u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u2500\u25ba GND (common ground)\n\n  Option: 910 k\u03a9 \/ 47 k\u03a9 divider \u2192 middle tap to VBAT (\u22480-5 V)\n  Option: 100 nF capacitor between VBAT and GND<\/pre><figcaption style=\"padding: .75rem 1rem;background: #f8fafc;border-top: 1px solid #e5e7eb\">Minimal wiring + safety, with a link to the <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> available from FPVStoreRC.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>\ud83e\udded Practical steps<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Cut the power; work dry.<\/li>\n<li>Identify <code>VBAT<\/code> and <code>GND<\/code> on the VX3 Pro receiver.<\/li>\n<li>Wire battery + \u2192 fuse \u2192 VBAT; battery \u2212 \u2192 GND.<\/li>\n<li>Insulate with heat-shrink tubing + silicone.<\/li>\n<li>Configure the <strong>VX3 Pro<\/strong> (12S, alarm around ~42-43 V).<\/li>\n<li>Test with a multimeter before going on the water.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>\ud83e\uddea Quick troubleshooting<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No display:<\/strong> check that GND is properly connected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unstable display:<\/strong> add a 100 nF capacitor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nonsense voltage:<\/strong> blown fuse, reversed polarity, or badly wired divider.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f My feeling after several sessions<\/h2>\n<p>With the <strong>Flipsky VX3 Pro<\/strong>, I can see much better what is left in the battery. Real peace of mind gained. The trigger is smooth, the screen readable.<br \/>\nIn salt water: rinse + dry \u2013 it makes a real difference. The fuse saves me from surprises.<\/p>\n<h2>\u2705 What I would do again<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use a fuse on VBAT<\/li>\n<li>Seal right from the build<\/li>\n<li>Add a capacitor to stabilise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<aside style=\"padding: 1rem;border: 1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius: 12px;background: #f8fafc;margin-top: 1rem\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Safety:<\/strong> battery around 50 V \u2013 beware of short circuits. Always work with the power off for any intervention. This replacement may affect the manufacturer&rsquo;s warranty.<\/aside>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd17 Useful resources<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flipsky.net\/collections\/waterproof-remote\/products\/waterproof-remote-vx3-controller\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flipsky VX3 Pro \u2013 FPVStoreRC<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Datasheets \/ forums (foil.zone, e-surfer)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<footer style=\"margin-top: 2rem;color: #64748b\">Personal field report + forum feedback.<\/p>\n<\/footer>\n<\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Field report: wiring a Flipsky VX3 Pro remote on a Takuma e-foil to finally see battery voltage (VBAT\/GND, fuse, resistive divider).<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":26110,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[149],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27151","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27151","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27151"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27151\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27153,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27151\/revisions\/27153"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27151"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27151"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.power-e-bike.fr\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27151"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}