Encoder to convert big linear actuators into big linear servos.
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Gear_M1,5_Z16.stlThis gear is pressed on the axle of the potentiometer. Optionally the 16 teeth gear cut from POM can be glued on top to provide extra strong teeth.sla - 537.96 kB - 09/12/2016 at 13:19 |
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gears.dxfAll the gears for the 10/25 transmission.AutoCAD DXF - 219.19 kB - 09/12/2016 at 13:17 |
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Gear_M1,5_Z10.stlThis gear is placed on top of the last gear inside the gearbox of the linear actuator. The little tabs fit inside (may need some filing) the slots of the metal gear. (Gear module = 1.5mm, 10 Teeth)sla - 491.01 kB - 09/12/2016 at 13:17 |
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Encoder_Base.stlThis part connects to the gearbox of the linear actuator and holds the big gear.sla - 588.03 kB - 09/12/2016 at 13:14 |
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Encoder_Middle.stlThis part holds potentiometer.sla - 658.99 kB - 09/12/2016 at 13:14 |
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Get the linear actuator and remove the case from the gearbox by taking out the three screws.
Get a hacksaw, file or CNC router to take out a slit about 3mm high right next to the last gear.
Print the small gear with the tabs. Remove the grease from the last gear in the gearbox to get to the two slots on each side of the axle. Place the printed gear on the axle and press the tabs into the slots. Optionally use some epoxy/loctite to secure it. Replace the grease.
Print out the parts for the case and print/lasercut the remaining gears.
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Nice Project!!!I think using a inear potentiometer will be better,Do you think so?
Interesting project here, looking forward to seeing more :)
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Why? PID controllers don't care about absolute position. If there's something in your control system that needs absolute positioning, that's probably a bug.