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Unread 07-05-2015, 09:57
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Re: Design Feedback?

Seeing I am electrical and controls...

How 'bout an encoder mount on the output shaft?

Also at that gear ratio, the lift will backdrive very easily, so you may wish to look at ways to add a brake and a brake release mechanism.
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