Nitro

2010-10-16T01:09:00.000-07:00

Nitromethane (AKA Nitro) is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH₃NO₂. It is the simplest organic nitro compound. It is a slightly viscous, highly polar liquid commonly used as a solvent in a variety of industrial applications such as in extractions, as a reaction medium, and as a cleaning solvent. As an intermediate in organic synthesis, it is used widely in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, explosives, fibers, and coatings. It is also used as a racing fuel in Top Fuel drag racing, and as an important component in the fuel for the miniature internal combustion engines used, for example, in radio-controlled models.
In model aircraft and car glow fuel, the primary ingredient is generally methanol with some nitromethane (0% to 65%, but rarely over 30% since nitromethane is expensive compared to methanol) and 10–20% lubricants (usually Castor oil and/or synthetic oil). Even moderate amounts of nitromethane tend to increase the power created by the engine (as the limiting factor is often the air intake), making the engine easier to tune (adjust for the proper air/fuel ratio).

For many this is science but for many other this is just pure FUN. 2 cycle engines, smoke, the smell of the nitro, nothing better than that, at least for my and I'm sure for many others. Lets talked about Radio Control powered by nitro (sorry electric guys) and how have fun in the smart way and not expensive. We will bring news, tips, cool pictures and anything related to RC Nitro.

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