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Questions on 6dof build

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by Emma Arvidsson, Jun 15, 2025 at 19:09.

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    Emma Arvidsson New Member

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    Hello!

    Planning to build a compact 6dof stewart platform out of wood, and metal... alot recycling... will likely use 24v 250w dc motors, Sabertooth drivers and either Ardiuno or Thanos AMC...

    Biggest questions re electrics since I has no experience with electrics... so what should I know, tips and tricks, etc?
    Emma Arvidsson, Jun 15, 2025 at 19:09
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    Joe Cortexian Active Member Gold Contributor

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    If you have no experience with electrics you should use the Thanos. It’s a turn key solution wheee you plug the cables in and away you go.

    My understanding is the Thanos is for AC servos not DC servos. Are these gear motors or lead screws? Can you switch to AC servos? Most people use 750W AC for 6 DOF. Same for SFX-100.
    Joe Cortexian, Jun 15, 2025 at 20:03
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    Emma Arvidsson New Member

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    AC servos re hard to find in Sweden... and pricey when you want to avoid shopping from the US or China
    Emma Arvidsson, Jun 15, 2025 at 20:08
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    Joe Cortexian Active Member Gold Contributor

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    They are cheaper now lots of Chinese competition.
    Joe Cortexian, Jun 16, 2025 at 00:03
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