Attach Prop to TDM Shaft with a 5/8" Shaft Adapter...
By eformx, Section Homebrewed Electricity Posted on Fri May 28th, 2004 at 08:39:19 PM MST
I have seen many looking for a simple solution to mount a prop directly to the TDM...

Tip: I have seem many postings, people asking...How do I attach a Tape Drive Motor shaft to a Prop?  Most Ametek motors have a 5/8" shaft.  Look on the Internet for a 5/8" Shaft Adapter or goto Lee Valley and order their Adapter... http://www.leevalley.com/ wood/page.asp?SID=&ccurrency=1&page=41743&category=1,43072,4593 9 It slips onto the shaft and gives you a 1/2" threaded end with lock washers and nut.  Two set screws apply pressure to the shaft to keep everything in place.  Then just attach your props to the 1/2" thread and your set. Now how do you attach the motor to a frame.  Oh sure you could build something, but save your self some time.  Goto Lee Valley and get their Motor Mount... http://www.leevalley.com/ wood/page.asp?SID=&ccurrency=1&page=30047&category=1,240,41067 This item allows you to mount the motor to a piece of plywood. Hope this helps.   Rob "Objects are closer then they appear"

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