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Motor Selection ?

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Jason Currington, Sep 1, 2015.

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  1. Pit

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    ...and even better than a 3DOF...even if using springs and super strong AC motors or winches.
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    Jason did say "What configuration would you suggest would give me the best bang for the buck"
    That usually starts with a 2 DOF seat mover and the possible addition of a drift frame under it.
    When you talk 3DOF lift, unless you have access to an engineer, be prepared to pay
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    ok sounds like im gunna do the 2dof with traction loss. can you point me to a list of materials that I can browse through.. I would not mind paying more for a more agile motor as well
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    I guess i really dont know what I need... Im sure motor controllers. Interface boards and such....
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    Have you gone through all the traction loss info I provided previously: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/threads/motor-selection.7288/#post-85638

    That should give you a good idea of various design ideas and hence materials. Then you can sketch out what you plan and post it here for comment. Members can then advise further about specifics.

    Also have a good look through the Building Resources section of the FAQs, as they cover different areas in more detail: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/building-resources.12/category

    You will also find specifics on control boards in the FAQs, depending on which way you choose to go between JRKs and Arduino/MotorMonster boards.

    Some research now will really pay off in the long run.
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  6. Jason Currington

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    I have a highend gaming pc... Do I have to use 2 pcs to obtain this setup ?
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    No, you can run SimTools and your games on the same PC.
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    ok. cool. jrk or arduino ? ? ? ? any benefit to one or the other ? and should I be looking for a Power supply with 40 amps or better ?
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    The JRKs provide high fidelity control and are easy to set up, but are more expensive.

    The Arduino/Motor Monsters are cheaper and flexible but take more effort to set up. Of late a number of members have reported faulty MMs from cheaper suppliers so a list is being added to where members report good MM suppliers: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/reputable-monster-moto-suppliers-testing-before-use.158/

    With PSUs go 40A 500W or better, you can use cheap LED power supplies or modify server PSUs: http://www.xsimulator.net/community...ver-power-supplies-as-cheap-powerful-psus.54/
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    Save yourself the overall hassle and use JRKs.
    Easy way to see how good they are.
    Look up the JRK threads and see how many have been resolved,
    then look up arduino threads to see how many are STILL open.
    @Nick Moxley , can you please provide a link of the motors you use and the gearboxes for 50:1 or 60:1 please.
    LED psu for sure, allow at least 500 w per motor
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    I really do hate to be a pain in the ass. But i really appreciate the help and guidance.
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    Note my comments here, the NM specs of the Bodine are a bit lower than wormdrive motors commonly used by members and the shaft speed is fairly slow, so you would have to compensate with a larger CTC and careful design: http://www.xsimulator.net/community...gear-motor-12v-23a-gearmotor.6932/#post-79068

    Personally I think the Canadian 50:1s are a better way to go, even though a little more expensive, as they are similar in power but have significantly higher shaft speed: http://www.ebay.com/itm/GEAR-MOTOR-...483?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51bed470a3

    And use one PSU per motor.
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    sounds good. NM what does mean ?
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