Where Can I Find an Affordable, Quiet, and Reversible Gear Motor?

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on sourcing an affordable, quiet, and reversible gear motor suitable for low-budget projects. Key specifications include a preferred voltage of 110V (or 12V if cost-effective), an RPM range of 15-20, and a torque of 100 in-lbs. Additional desired features include a soft start and stop mechanism for gradual operation and built-in rotation tracking capabilities for programming start and stop points. Participants suggest exploring various surplus gear motor suppliers based on geographical location.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of gear motor specifications, including voltage, RPM, and torque.
  • Familiarity with soft start and stop mechanisms in motor applications.
  • Knowledge of rotation tracking methods for motor control.
  • Basic research skills to find surplus motor suppliers online.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research affordable gear motors with specifications matching 110V, 15-20 RPM, and 100 in-lbs torque.
  • Explore soft start and stop motor controllers for gradual operation.
  • Investigate rotation tracking solutions compatible with gear motors.
  • Identify local or online surplus gear motor suppliers for budget options.
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Hobbyists, engineers, and DIY enthusiasts seeking cost-effective gear motors for projects requiring specific performance characteristics and control features.

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I am looking for somewhere to get a gear motor for a very low budget project, specs as follow:

Voltage = prefer 110v, could be 12 if the price is right
RPM = 15-20
Torque = 100 inlb
Quiet as possible
Reversible

Something else that would be a bonus:
Soft start and stop, gradual start up so it is not an abrupt shock when it kicks in
I have to beable to track the rotation of the motor so I can program various start and stop points. I have another method of doing this but something built into the motor would be far easier.
 
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