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Unread 19-01-2011, 17:42
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Re: JVN Build Tip: CIM Pinions

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As always... good luck in 2011!

-John

Originally posted here: http://jvengineering.blogspot.com/20...m-pinions.html
Another tip I've been asked to pass along: CIM motors aren't designed to handle significant cantilevered load -- make sure you're not using them in an application where they have significant side load on the shaft.

Luckily, most people don't really do this so it usually isn't an issue.
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