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CG5 Motor Run Time

Started by epg71117, 01/27/2022 11:12AM
Posted 01/27/2022 11:12AM Opening Post
I started having problems with my CG5 mount.  The RA would only operate in one direction.  I purchased a new hand controller and it worked intermittently.  I removed the motor and was able to run it in both directions.  I found the motor will run for 180 seconds and stops. This happens in both directions.

Is this a motor problem or a controller problem?  Note the motor was run free with out any load.

I tried the Dec motor and it ran continually in both directions.

My question is the RA motor failing?  Or is that the normal operation.

Does any one have a good motor for sale.  It is the older 4 wire motor.

The only reason I asked about it may be a controller problem was I set the horizon limits on my old controller.  I doubt is is a controller problem because I tried retting the old controller  and it did not help and the new controller has never been set to limit the travel.

Any suggestions are appreciated.