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Quick question has anyone experimented with water proof servos and motors? Thus limiting the WTC units to RX's and pump systems and some water proof connectors.
Yes, extensively. I and many others have successfully waterproofed standard servos, and I've used the new "waterproof" Hitec servos to good effect as well. Brushed motors can run wet, though they require additional maintenance and the life will be reduced. Brushless are perfectly happy in the wet, but again, you have some post-run maintenance for a full lifetime. My new cylinders feature brushless in the wet.
As a point of thought, you've eliminated a linkage seal, but now you need to deal with an electrical seal. Certainly doable, but bear that in mind.
Yes, extensively. I and many others have successfully waterproofed standard servos, and I've used the new "waterproof" Hitec servos to good effect as well. Brushed motors can run wet, though they require additional maintenance and the life will be reduced. Brushless are perfectly happy in the wet, but again, you have some post-run maintenance for a full lifetime. My new cylinders feature brushless in the wet.
As a point of thought, you've eliminated a linkage seal, but now you need to deal with an electrical seal. Certainly doable, but bear that in mind.
I guess the next question is for those who use motors in the wet what is your typical post run maintenance?
In your book Bob you mention the brass rod through the bulkhead for the servos would that method work for the motor or is the current to high?
That would work just fine, but typically use bullet connectors embedded in the end cap. That way you can just unlplug the motor to completely remove it for replacement, maintenance or upgrade.
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