General Motor and Speed Controller Questions

"Hesham,

Are you sure they are 40A as they used to be 250W, if they 250W we would recommend the Syren 25 or Sabertooth Dual 25A controller.

If they are 960W, then you really need a new controller from Dimension that we do not stock at the moment which is rated at 2x60A. Even that is a bit tight so would like to know about your application first.

See 'Motor Controllers' then 'Dimension Engineering Controllers' for full information. "

– Admin

"Hesham,

What makes you think that the MY1016Z2 are brushless? This motor is brushed unless the manufacturer has brought out a new version and kept the original model number. If they are as we believe brushed then we will be able to help with speed controllers."

– Admin

"Paul,

We must have over 100 geared model motors from many different manufacturers and to many different specifications so there is no single answer to your question.

However, it is unlikely that any model motor will be continuously rated, you may need to go to the industrial market for precision made motors.

Whilst operating the motor at say half its nominal voltage will extend its life by ensuring that it runs cooler (1/4 Power) and at half its nominal speed to reduce mechanical wear will certainly help.

Another source of wear is continually starting / stopping a motor so if your application requires it to be left running, that will help."

– Admin

"Andre,

If you select any of our geared model motors, and then click on the 'Compare Geared Motors' tab, you will be able to see all of our motor specs in one table. If you find a match, you can view the motor by clicking on the part number. The motors come in all different shapes and styles so you may need to look at a number of choices."

– Admin

"Colin,

Sorry but I am not sure that I understand what question you are asking or what you are trying to do. Please expand and we will try and help."

– Admin