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Question Good Motor Controller

Discussion in 'Electronic and hardware generally' started by Jakob Carron, Mar 21, 2019.

  1. Jakob Carron

    Jakob Carron Member

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    Hi Im looking for a good 24v motor controller or shield for my 2dof simulator. Im not looking to spend a buttload of money on it so anything under $30-$35 is preferable. Im also using Arduino Uno. I previously used a motor monster with a 12v psu and a motor for testing purposes and it blew within 30 seconds so I am looking for another
  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    It is nowhere near your price point but in terms of being 'good' I would suggest Sabertooth.
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    It's really hard to beat Sabertooths for reliability, quality, and performance. But for 1/6th the price two Ibt-2 drivers is worth a try if necessary. Rated 27v and 43amps but I wouldn't push it that hard and expect it to hold up.
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    The ibt-2 work very well, very good quality price, but we already know that the saber tooth also works wonders
  5. Jakob Carron

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    Thank you all
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    There is a lot of assembly with motomonster or sabertooth, but it is more than 70 €