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Hydraulic Actuators ??

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Gadget999, Jan 2, 2016.

  1. Gadget999

    Gadget999 Well-Known Member

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    I am looking to build my first simulator and have a acquired 6 hydraulic actuators - previously used in a simulator

    lots of the projects I have seen use wiper motors

    has anyone built a hydraulic diy simulator ?

    regards
    Gadget999, Jan 2, 2016
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    You will need to give a bit more information.

    What is the make, model and interface type for the actuators and being from a previous sim is there any other associated gear like control boxes or do you at least know who manufactured the sim.
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    Hi guys thanks for the replies

    I have 6 actuators and a controller where you connect wires in the back and a row of what looks like solenoids - there is no hydraulic pump

    they are made by moog hydraulics ( I cant upload a link yet because i am a new user -- only a few more posts to go)
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    i have an older version of this type
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    attached is a picture of the simulator i started building just before xmas - i think it may be easier to make this a 2dof with 2 wiper motors

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