Thread: Denso Motor with CIMple Gearbox
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Re: Denso Motor with CIMple Gearbox
They might lift an arm, slowly, if geared down low enough. If memory serves they are only good for 20-25 watts. Compared to the RS775-18s or FP motors at 250+ watts they are woefully under powered for serious lifting. Their worm gears are plastic and have been known to strip, FWIW. I know it's tempting to use them because they have built in anti-backdrive capabilities, but they are relatively weak.

Having said that, check out JVN's design calculator and do the math to convince yourself. They probably could work fine lifting an arm that was light enough.
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