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What motors should I get for my simrig?

Discussion in 'Ready, set, go - Start your engines' started by Stephenuhhh, Jun 24, 2024.

  1. Stephenuhhh

    Stephenuhhh New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    2DOF
    I am planning to build a 2DOF sim, but I have no idea what motors I need. I have done torque calculations, and apparently I need at least 20NM of torque. I have no idea if this is actually true, and trying to find a motor in the price range of 50-80€ each is insanely hard. The only ones I can find are from China with crazy shipping fees. Does the torque actually matter as much as I think it does, and does anyone have motors that they have used in a similar design? (preferably EU or UK suppliers)

    My design has two motors with arms at the front of the rig, between the pedals and the ball in socket joint, which will be located directly below the seat. I would like a vertical travel distance of around 10-14cm, so a radius of 5-7cm on the arm. (sorry if none of this matters, I really want to double check everything before I buy)
    Stephenuhhh, Jun 24, 2024
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  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    My Motion Simulator:
    3DOF, DC motor, JRK
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    noorbeast, Jun 24, 2024
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  3. Maloi

    Maloi New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    i use two 12V DC motors (originally a truck wiper motors). Still working properly for someone with 90kgs
    Maloi, Aug 3, 2024
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  4. ockert engelbrecht

    ockert engelbrecht New Member Gold Contributor

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    My Motion Simulator:
    2DOF, 3DOF, DC motor, AC motor, Joyrider
    my firs rig i use 24 v garage door motor dc blue digital sectional door motorand my second one i use 24v gate motor centurion d5 evo smart motor
    had to fit it to a 1-60 gear boxs
    ockert engelbrecht, Dec 4, 2024
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  5. Nash_NZ

    Nash_NZ New Member

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    Seen a few rigs on here using the MY1016Z 24v 75rpm... I've also brought these for my build, hopefully the right choice.
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    Nash_NZ, Dec 29, 2024
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  6. Stahlwolle

    Stahlwolle Member

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    24v, 250W 75rpm wheelchair Motors.Then you know that it works and it is a cheap option!
    Stahlwolle, Jan 6, 2025
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