Re: Likely causes of DEC stall?
Taylor, What power supply are you using? Paul
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Paul Homer
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Re: Likely causes of DEC stall?
Hi Taylor, Sorry to read you're finding some trouble. Here are some suggestions to resolve the axis that is binding: Remove the motor from that axis and run the system as though it were attached. If
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Michael Herman
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Re: Likely causes of DEC stall?
Taylor - it's most likely due to the worm and worm gear binding. the other things you mention or possible contributors but unlikely to stall the axis (unless you obviously see a cable that is taut).
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Brian Valente
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Likely causes of DEC stall?
I added bearings and belleville washers per Michael Herman's suggestion to my GM811 (no spring loaded worms). Tonight I wanted to test things out but clouds started to roll in while I struggled
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taylor waber
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Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: [Losmandy_users_io] Li-ion for Gemini 2
Huh? Well, OK. Don't worry, be happy. I'm happy with my Lead/Acid battery, too. -- SonnyE Sonny's Youtube Channel ( https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sonny+edmonds ) (I suggest viewed in
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Sonny Edmonds <sonnyedmonds@...>
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
Deric The Boeing dreamliner,? that has li ion batteries,? puts them into titanium boxes.?? Why?? Because it's one of the few metals That Won't melt if the battery shorts!!! Hail bms. Chuck
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crocco1250
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
LOL... Sonny, lead acid and gel batteries will just get real hot if they short out, if you have open cells they may leak hydrogen gas that can flash off, you wont even see it. BMS stands for battery
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Deric Caselli
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Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: [Losmandy_users_io] Li-ion for Gemini 2
I am very happy with my Orion Dynamo Pro lithium power supply. It is far better and more reliable than the old Celestron Power Tank, which worked when charged, but could not be recharged. That was
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zetapuppi
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
Good info Deric! But I'm still a Lead/Acid kinda guy. Goes along with my toxic personality.... LOL! BMS... is that *B* low-up/ *M* elt-down *S* yndrome? LOL! -- SonnyE Sonny's Youtube Channel (
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Sonny Edmonds <sonnyedmonds@...>
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
The Celestron Lithium batteries do Have BMS protection. Sent from my Boost Mobile Phone.
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Deric Caselli
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
That is one issue with Lithium Ion, they are fast discharge batteries, that act just like energetic materials when they short out.If you buy one make sure you get one with BMS protection that shuts
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Deric Caselli
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
to each his own! I did have a chance to use that celestron lithium ion battery, and it had amazing duration for the size. and a flashlight built-in to boot :) -- Brian Brian Valente portfolio
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Brian Valente
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
I knew exactly what I was doing when I bought that expensive battery, and I don't regret it. I use it for several things in which the size and weight are critically important. In fact, I may even buy
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Bill Wille
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
I don't often think of Lithium batteries. But our Daughter's street had a garage fire that destroyed the two car garage, two cars in the driveway, and a den over the garage. A lot of damage. Cause: A
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Sonny Edmonds <sonnyedmonds@...>
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
Paying $350 for a 13AH battery is for rich people who don't know any better even if it does come with a charger. AGM batteries are much more cost effective batteries and they can be recycled. You can
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Chip Louie
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Re: DEC plate position
Thank you Sonney, very good point, and when the RA crushes my telescope into the tripod. I will think hmm... "Now what was that thing Sonny, mentioned". LOL.. I will remember Sonny. HAPPY SKIES Deric
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Deric Caselli
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Re: Li-ion for Gemini 2
My Go-To battery is a lead acid. I'm currently using the new battery for my boat. (Currently, no pun intended...) May as well. The boat isn't going in the lake anytime too soon. And I have my battery
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Sonny Edmonds <sonnyedmonds@...>
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Re: DEC plate position
If/When you do, Deric, be sure to check your limits. Because you'll have a wider payload. ;^) -- SonnyE Sonny's Youtube Channel ( https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sonny+edmonds ) (I
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Sonny Edmonds <sonnyedmonds@...>
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Re: DEC plate position
Thank you Brian, the scary thing is I am beginning to understand. HAPPY SKIES Deric Sent from my Galaxy Tab A
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Deric Caselli
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Re: DEC plate position
Correct wrote:
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Brian Valente
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