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2 DOF MSFS Sim Rig

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Garyys35, Nov 5, 2025 at 00:26.

  1. Garyys35

    Garyys35 New Member

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    Hi guys, i have been reading on heaps of build threads, some very impressive builds out there for sure.

    I have finally commenced my very own motion sim build, it will be primarily VR but also with a 42" tv screen for long airliner flights.

    Being in aviation industry myself, it was fitting to use aluminium for construction.

    Heres my part list so far :
    Motors : 250W 24V wheelchair (TBC)
    Hall Sensors : 6127V1A360L.5FS
    Power Supplies : DIGISHUO DC 24V 20A 480W Power Supply (Amazon)
    Driver : Cytron MD20A OR IBT2 ? (TBC)

    Chasing advice on driver choice, please feel free to suggest which one is more suitable for my project.

    Will update as i continue the build.

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    Garyys35, Nov 5, 2025 at 00:26
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  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    Nice fabrication work :thumbs

    For the Hall sensors 180s will give you better resolution, while still retaining a bit of headroom, so 6127V1A180L.5FS.

    Be mindful that many members have reported quality control issues with IBTs, it seems reducing the voltage a little helps, but you may want to consider more robust options.

    There is relevant info in the FAQs re alternative: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/reasonably-priced-100a-motor-controllers.412/

    Cytron: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/threads/blame73s-2dof-seat-mover.6029/page-26#post-251285

    And all SMC versions: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/arduino-code-for-use-with-various-hardware-and-simtools.31/
    noorbeast, Nov 5, 2025 at 01:35
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    Thanks @noorbeast for the prompt response. Very kind of you.
    Unfortunately I have already ordered 360 Hall sensors, would it be possible to still use these, say with a reduction drive GT2 belt and gears ?
    i might stick to 20A (MD20A) then.
    Still bit of fabrication to do.
    does simcalc work on mac or is it for windows only?
    Garyys35, Nov 5, 2025 at 01:51
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    Just to confirm, this driver should be ok before i place the order? i thought of going with 20A instead of 13A to ensure some redundancy.
    Will also order the Arduino R3 this afternoon.

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    Garyys35, Nov 5, 2025 at 02:07
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  5. noorbeast

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    The 360 degree Hall sensors will work fine, even direct drive, you just loose a little resolution. I don't think the additional complication of gearing is worth the effort or associated cost.

    SimCalc is Windows only, as are a range of the other programs required, like the SMC3 setup tool and SimTools itself.

    Choose the controller model that has supporting code available, not variations of them.

    Cytron MD30C: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/threads/blame73s-2dof-seat-mover.6029/page-26#post-251285


    Please see the FAQs here re the MD13s: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/cytron-md13s-for-smc3.358/
    noorbeast, Nov 5, 2025 at 03:56
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    Thanks mate, I will need to read up more on the controllers i think, im good at mechanical and syructural stuff but unfortunatwly ot much on electronics.

    Is there much to lose running 360 vs 180 hall sensor? Ive found that i might be able to return it but if there isnt much difference then i might keep it.

    Made bit more progress on the frame, hopefully finish it by the end od this week, then start the base.
    Garyys35, Nov 5, 2025 at 07:48
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    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    noorbeast, Nov 5, 2025 at 08:01
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