I'm in the process of designing a DIY turntable and, so far, have been using a Maxon A-Max DC motor. The only problem I've been having is that the terminals are quite fragile. The first time this happened, I reached out to Maxon to see if there was any option for repairing it. From the way it is manufactured, it appears that it should be possible to purchase an assembly that connects to the bottom including new terminals. I was informed that this is not the case and that my only option was to purchase a new motor. I was able to repair it myself by soldering on a small wire. However, today the second terminal broke.
Other than this design flaw, I really like the motors, but I'm not inclined to keep buying them at > $170 with no recourse for repair. Any suggestions?
Other than this design flaw, I really like the motors, but I'm not inclined to keep buying them at > $170 with no recourse for repair. Any suggestions?
Portescap. They have brushed and brushless DC motors. Some available from DigiKey.
https://www.portescap.com/en/
https://www.portescap.com/en/
Why not choose the versions with a cable with JST connector? Knowing Maxon there's likely a section in the datasheet listing the compliance and handling force limitations of the connecting terminals!
