The best places to buy motors/servos

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The discussion centers on sourcing powerful motors for a DIY project involving a remote control beer can opener. Participants recommend using DC motors from local junkyards or auto salvage yards, specifically highlighting auto power window motors as a strong and cost-effective option. The consensus is that these motors, while not new, provide the necessary strength for the task at hand.

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  • Understanding of DC motor specifications
  • Familiarity with remote control mechanisms
  • Basic knowledge of DIY electronics
  • Experience with sourcing components from salvage yards
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  • Research local junkyards for availability of auto power window motors
  • Learn about remote control circuit design
  • Explore DIY projects involving DC motors
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Hobbyists, DIY electronics enthusiasts, and anyone interested in building custom remote control devices.

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Out of utter boredom this summer I would like to create a remote control beer can opener. I have been to radio shack but all the motors there are too weak to open a can of beer. Do any of you know any good websites that sells cheap motors.


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your local junk yard or auto salvage yard has some very powerful DC motors , off the top , i can say that an auto power window motor is a good strong motor..
it won't be new but it will be cheap..
 

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