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03-18-2005, 04:17 PM
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Need some suggestions...
I am looking for an electrical motor (preferrably small) that needs to do a few things:
Apporx. 40 rpm geared-need some torque here reversable I shaft long enough to hold 2 pulleys I want to use it to raise a hood/reflector inside a large canopy. I have checked Princess Auto, and can't quite find what I need. I can buy and gut a small appliance if needed, but am a bit stumped here. It would be a cool touch if it is at all possible, as any suggestions would be really cool! ANYONE?
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03-18-2005, 04:45 PM
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My suggestion would be skip the motor and set up a pulley system with counterweight to effortlessly raise and lower it.
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03-18-2005, 07:18 PM
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Yeah, that may be a good option. (the most practical, for sure) I will already have the cables and pulleys set up.
The other trick is space for the counterweight/cables. There are side cabinets, but TONNES of plumbing, electrical, etc. May be the only feasable option though. I knew that someone else would have a good idea. Thanks Any other suggestions?
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03-18-2005, 08:58 PM
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Great idea-only thing is, I have to find out if they are reversible-our's isn't.
But that makes TOTAL sense. Thanks Rob
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03-18-2005, 09:10 PM
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Have a look at this linear actuator.
http://www.mpja.com/productview.asp?product=14588+HD Just another idea. Dave
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03-18-2005, 09:20 PM
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What about a garage door opener motor? Too big?
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03-18-2005, 10:40 PM
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My rotisserie motor from Rona is reversable, you have to shut it off and then back on to reverse it, it's the 3rd one I've purchased that's been like that.
Doug
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03-18-2005, 10:43 PM
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Thanks Dave, that would work I think, but better run that one by the customer. He's already spending a fortune!
Danny, the garage door opener could work, but might be too big. Good thinkin though. They maybe have a limit switch in them or something? I don't know for sure. I sure can't say you guys aren't helping me here. Anyone know where to get a motor for an R/C car? BeerMaster and FishManTy reccommended those as well.
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