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Question: motors and less powered PSU

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Daniel Müller, Dec 1, 2022.

  1. Daniel Müller

    Daniel Müller New Member

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    Hello guys,

    I am trying to build a 2 dof simulator and unfortunately I don't have alot of knowledge about electronic stuff. So I do have some questions.



    I bought two motors with 24v 500w 20ampere 1:50 ratio 60 rpm.

    I also have a 24v 20 ampere PSU.

    My question is, what happens if I connect both motors on this less powered PSU?

    Can the motors or the PSU blow Up?

    Do the motors just run with less power?

    And do the motors run on even less power because the motors have to share the Energie they get from the PSU?

    If I have to buy a new PSU, is there a cheap one you can recommend?

    Sorry for those many questions.

    I would be very very thankful for some help :)
    Last edited: Dec 2, 2022
    Daniel Müller, Dec 1, 2022
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  2. Gadget999

    Gadget999 Well-Known Member

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    use 2 x 12v car batteries and use the power supply to keep them fully charged

    do you have a link to the spec of the motors ?
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    Gadget999, Dec 1, 2022
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  3. Daniel Müller

    Daniel Müller New Member

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    Daniel Müller, Dec 2, 2022
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  4. Allwin Joseph

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    it would cause the psu to run at full load which is not desirable, better add two 12v lead acid batteries and use the PSU to keep them charged.
    Allwin Joseph, Feb 12, 2023
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