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Question 24V Gear Motors for 2DOF Rig

Discussion in 'Electronic and hardware generally' started by Deane, Aug 27, 2018.

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  1. Kranky Pantz

    Kranky Pantz Active Member

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    I've just had a look and found a few models with ratings of 50A-80A ($80 CAD) and 20A-200A ($100-$150 CAD).
    I'll opt for the larger power range in order to be more flexible with rods & materials.
    Once I have all of the supplies and some practice under my belt, my 2dof project will be getting a bump up in quality after the prototype is complete and I move onto the finished unit.
    I had a feeling that this was the project to get me into the welding world.

    Thx Deane & noorbeast :cheers
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    Kranky Pantz, Sep 21, 2018
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  2. Deane

    Deane Old Fart Gold Contributor

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    Trust me I have been there and done that so don't even think of an arc welder for a start.
    I would suggest buying a decent brand name Gas Mig Welder of about 200A for a good all round machine for most jobs.
    DO NOT buy a cheap gasless Mig P.O.S. they are crap.
    Better to save a bit extra and get a good tool that will pay for itself and last a long time.
    I also have DC Tig welder which is better for certain jobs and create nice welds that don't need clean up grinding.
    And as usual it's all about the $$'s involved.

    BTW Mig welding is almost idiot proof because I can do it :)
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    Deane, Sep 21, 2018
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  3. Alexey

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    If you have no choice but to go for either a cheap gassless MIG or a cheap ARC go with the ARC welder.
    Gassless MIG is absolute trash to weld with. At least with some practice you can get nice welds with a cheap ARC.

    Example of my welding with a cheap ARC:
    I am by no means a good welder either
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    Alexey, Sep 21, 2018
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  4. Deane

    Deane Old Fart Gold Contributor

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    As you would know most learners end up with spoggy shit welds with arc and Gas Mig is so forgiving and much easier to get the hang of after a little practice.
    One of the most important factors is a good welding helmet with auto darkening.
    If you can't see properly you can't weld any good either.
    You can usually get a good mask in a deal on a welder package if you shop around.
    Deane, Sep 21, 2018
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    What about the price of that motor?. How much is It?

    Best regards


    dualin, Oct 23, 2018
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    Deane, Oct 24, 2018
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    i use a pair of 2nd hand mobility scooter motors - they work great
    Gadget999, Nov 5, 2018
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