What motor should i use?

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21 February 2011 at 17:08 #64406
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Hi there, i own a Sieg SC2 and on my list of modifications is to power the lead screw with a variable speed motor of some sort, i know nothing about motors and electronics so any advice would be much appreciated,

many thanks in advance

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21 February 2011 at 17:08 #5412
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21 February 2011 at 17:43 #64408
Michael Cox 1
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Hi Nic,

I have fitted a leadscrew motor to my minilathe. You can find more details here:

http://mikesworkshop.weebly.com/leadscrew-motor.html

I hope this helps

Mike
21 February 2011 at 22:51 #64438
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hi

i am trying to build a variable power feed for my lathe and mill. i chose to use an ordinary motor as stepper motors need controllers. i managed to knock up a pulse width modulation speed controller fairly quickly.make your own pwm controller

the trouble im having is finding a motor with enough torque at low speeds(without excessive gearing) and enough of a speed range to get a range of feeds easily.

another alternative is gutting an old cordless drill for the speed control and planetary gearbox.

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