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Question Maxon motor control

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Dawid0098, Aug 6, 2025.

  1. Dawid0098

    Dawid0098 New Member

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    Hey, I have these drivers (maxon motor Control 205679 and motors — would they be suitable for building a simulator? Here are the pins from the motor.:

    Pin 1 Hall sensor 1*
    Pin 2 Hall sensor 2*
    Pin 3 VHall 3.5…24 VDC Hall sensor 3*
    Pin 4 Motor winding 3 GND
    Pin 5 Hall sensor 3* VHall 3.5…24 VDC
    Pin 6 GND N.C.
    Pin 7 Motor winding 1
    Pin 8 Motor winding 2

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    Dawid0098, Aug 6, 2025
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  2. Joe Cortexian

    Joe Cortexian Active Member Gold Contributor

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    The most important fact in your image is 50V 5A. That implies 250watts for the amp. 250watts is enough for tilting with a Ujoint but won’t support your full weight. The motor would be less than that and may not be powerful enough.

    Generally this type of rig requires a gearbox or lead screw to generate enough torque for motion. Something in the range of 30:1 50:1 depending on the speed of the motor maybe 300oRPM. The resulting RPM for this type of rig is around 30-100RPM.

    These are generalized guesses based on the minimal information you are providing. The label on the motor would be more informative.
    Joe Cortexian, Aug 7, 2025
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