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* [https://seftonmotors.com/ Sefton motors]
* [https://seftonmotors.com/ Sefton motors]


===Alternatives===
==Alternatives==
* [https://www.surpluscenter.com/Electrical/AC-Single-Phase-Motors/AC-Motors-Base-Mount/1-2-HP-115-Volt-AC-1725-RPM-Magnetek-Motor-10-3215.axd 1/2 Horsepower 115 Volt AC 1725 RPM Magnetek Motor]
* [https://www.surpluscenter.com/Electrical/AC-Single-Phase-Motors/AC-Motors-Base-Mount/1-2-HP-115-Volt-AC-1725-RPM-Magnetek-Motor-10-3215.axd 1/2 Horsepower 115 Volt AC 1725 RPM Magnetek Motor]
* Salvaged AC, DC, or universal motor - permanent magnet or inductive
* Salvaged AC, DC, or universal motor - permanent magnet or inductive

Revision as of 16:16, 26 March 2021

Christoph Laimer's 3D printed Halbach array brushless motor

Challenges

Electric motors are expensive and difficult to manufacture, and not universally available. Most thermoplastics operate at low melting points not suitable for intense or prolonged motor operation.

Approaches

3D print an electric motor using recycled plastics selected specially for high durability and heat resistance, 3D printers, and vitamins. Design with investment casting, and direct metal printing in mind.

Stepper Motors

Dual-shaft NEMA-17 Stepper motor

Brushless DC motors

Cycloidal servo motors

Sterling motors

Alternatives

Tools

Development targets

References