Actuators AGAIN ...

[Archived-1]

Hi Evan, I went out MD yesterday and was close to the field with the bush in that you might want a cutting from, this is the bush it as fruit on it atm, if its what you want let me know and I will seek out an small established one for you.

 

[Vipersan]

Oh yes ...
that be the one mate ...
I await you getting a lump with root on it..
Did you get any good signals ??

 

[Archived-1]

Ok pal leave it with me, yes had another hammered and a silver parrot what I think is medieval

Actuator clamps I am two missing, any ideas were to get this type please ?.

 

[Vipersan]

Sorry buddy ..
I dont ..but cant you replace the whole clamp with a conventional one as used on a superjack ?

 

[Archived-1]

Thanks Even there rubbish and bend very easy, if I cant locate anything I will make my own.

Clod p*rn for you Even from yesterday

 

[Vipersan]

Thanks Even there rubbish and bend very easy, if I cant locate anything I will make my own.

Clod p*rn for you Even from yesterday
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Looks very nice condition even with the dirt..
Presumably cleaned up now ..so what is it Martin ?

 

[Archived-1]

Looks very nice condition even with the dirt..
Presumably cleaned up now ..so what is it Martin ?

Yes its not in bad condition Evan, its still in my finds pouch lol, I will run it under the tap shortly and post it up, I find loads and not as keen on cleaning/looking at them as was when I first started, unless I see its not the run of the mill and might be worth a few £ lol.

Edit, its an eddy again but not London mint.

 

[Archived-1]

Hi Evan, I got this motor today, nothing to with satellite but I am sure it could be used for something, this is quality made stuff I am unsure if they make actuators but certainly worth a look.

 

[Captain Jack]

Hi all,

I found a 12"(?) SuperJack IV in the garage today while unpacking - completely forgot I had it. The only issue is that it's has a potentiometer instead of an optical or a reed sensor. Had anyone done a conversion on one of these? I can't imagine it being very difficult to do but might save me some time.

 

[Archived-1]

Hi all,

I found a 12"(?) SuperJack IV in the garage today while unpacking - completely forgot I had it. The only issue is that it's has a potentiometer instead of an optical or a reed sensor. Had anyone done a conversion on one of these? I can't imagine it being very difficult to do but might save me some time.

I am just going to get the correct positioner Alex, when the 1.8 goes dual axis the RC unit will handle it, maybe save messing modding it buy the correct positioner ?,

Superjack EZ-2000 positioner

http://www.satellitesuperstore.com/positioners.htm

 

[Archive-8]

Hi Evan, I got this motor today, nothing to with satellite but I am sure it could be used for something, this is quality made stuff I am unsure if they make actuators but certainly worth a look.
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They look like the motors from electric wheel chairs.

 

[moonbase]

I am just going to get the correct positioner Alex, when the 1.8 goes dual axis the RC unit will handle it, maybe save messing modding it buy the correct positioner ?,

Superjack EZ-2000 positioner

http://www.satellitesuperstore.com/positioners.htm

Martin,

If you have not yet placed your order with SSS for the SuperJack EZ-2000 positioner I think I might have a brand new one with remote control in the loft. Would you be interested in it as a trade for the Az/El mount that came with your Precision 1.5m dish?

 

[Captain Jack]

Hi Martin,

Hm, I didn't realise that the EZ-2000 positioner could be used to drive a potentiometer based jack. Thankfully, I already have one in the garage - been using it for testing the 1224. Just as well, as I am running out of arms and legs to saw off to fund this hobby...

 

[Archived-1]

It looks like I am fixed up with actuators now Dave, and taking a close look at the mount it would be fine on a 2.4 at low level in a sheltered area and it also would be a shame to split it, so I will be putting it in storage for the big day,

A few more pictures of the actuators.
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Martin,

If you have not yet placed your order with SSS for the SuperJack EZ-2000 positioner I think I might have a brand new one with remote control in the loft. Would you be interested in it as a trade for the Az/El mount that came with your Precision 1.5m dish?

Dave,

Thanks but I did mention I wont be selling it now, this mount is proper HD and I will be installing a 2.4 on it at some point, as for the positioner there only £44 pound new and piece of mind of a 12 month warranty, but thanks for the offer.

Hi Martin,

Hm, I didn't realise that the EZ-2000 positioner could be used to drive a potentiometer based jack. Thankfully, I already have one in the garage - been using it for testing the 1224. Just as well, as I am running out of arms and legs to saw off to fund this hobby...

Well that's good for you then Alex, save messing about and saves you a few pound, I know how tight money can be after a house move, I have just got back on my feet after 3 yrs, times was hard for 2 years nearly every penny I earned went into the house, you will get there pal all the best .

They look like the motors from electric wheel chairs.

Thanks Chris I am sure I could make something with this at some point .

 

[Trust]

Hi Martin,

Hm, I didn't realise that the EZ-2000 positioner could be used to drive a potentiometer based jack. Thankfully, I already have one in the garage - been using it for testing the 1224. Just as well, as I am running out of arms and legs to saw off to fund this hobby...

Sorry to tell , but the EZ-2000 is only for pulse counting according to the connections at the backside .

 

[moonbase]

Dave,

Thanks but I did mention I wont be selling it now, this mount is proper HD and I will be installing a 2.4 on it at some point, as for the positioner there only £44 pound new and piece of mind of a 12 month warranty, but thanks for the offer.

Martin,

No worries, I have a Precision heavy duty polar mount that I can use for the fixed dish, I can lock the East / West movement with a strong rod of some sorts. Its just a shame to tie up a polar mount on a fixed dish but it will do for now.

Rgds

 

[Captain Jack]

Sorry to tell , but the EZ-2000 is only for pulse counting according to the connections at the backside .

Hm, you're right. The text is on SSS's site is somewhat misleading.

Back to square one.

 

[Archived-1]

Ive just spoken to sss, and he says what's inside this unit it was what was inside the old stb, and that what was used on the ones I have, he cant guarantee it to work but is quite sure It will be ok, you need to use the 5v,

 

[Archived-1]

Ive just ordered two positioners and they will be with me tomorrow, ive ordered the EZ-2000 and a Primesat PR-1000, I will test EZ one and see.

 

[Captain Jack]

Do you have an actuator with a pot inside to test it with?