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How to choose motor

Discussion in 'Motor actuators and drivers' started by Jerry Moses, Sep 16, 2021.

  1. Jerry Moses

    Jerry Moses New Member

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    Hi everyone

    there is a huge variety on motor choices out there for the simulator, i have no idea what to choose, i don't think that trial and error is a good way, so my questions are the criteria to choose the motor on on eg;
    • Power
    • Voltage
    • RPM
    • Torque
    • other criteria.
    that would be appreciated.
    Thanks
  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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  3. paco

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    When you know the type of motor you are going to choose, I will follow you in the thread, since I am just like you, I have something to start testing but before buying I want to make sure. a greeting
  4. Gadget999

    Gadget999 Well-Known Member

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    Firstly decide if you want ballscrew actuators or motor/gearbox levers

    Then try and get the best performance for dollar

    Wheelchair motors work well
  5. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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