TXATC
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Hello all,
I am trying to find parts and a way to power the reel of my Momentum with batteries. I love the way it makes my yard look and no allergens blown all over the place.
I emailed back and forth with a gentleman who has done this conversion but I didn't really understand everything he was saying. All I am looking to do is have a DC motor run off of batteries to power the reel only. I can push it by myself at least.
I was looking at using a motor from a scooter parts store. I don't know how powerful I need it to be. I was looking at one that was 24v 135W. It spins at 2750rpm, I'll have to figure out a way to reduce that so the reel doesn't fly off. I'm not entirely certain of the battery size I will need. I am not an engineer or an electrician, just a tinkerer. I would like to be able to hook the batteries up directly to the motor with just a momentary switch to engage the reel. I have a 1/8 acre yard with some hills and very thick grass. Ideally the reel would spin at about 850rpm ish.
I am a noob with this and would greatly appreciate and help, advice, or instruction y'all could give me.
Thanks in advance for your time.
TX
I am trying to find parts and a way to power the reel of my Momentum with batteries. I love the way it makes my yard look and no allergens blown all over the place.
I emailed back and forth with a gentleman who has done this conversion but I didn't really understand everything he was saying. All I am looking to do is have a DC motor run off of batteries to power the reel only. I can push it by myself at least.
I was looking at using a motor from a scooter parts store. I don't know how powerful I need it to be. I was looking at one that was 24v 135W. It spins at 2750rpm, I'll have to figure out a way to reduce that so the reel doesn't fly off. I'm not entirely certain of the battery size I will need. I am not an engineer or an electrician, just a tinkerer. I would like to be able to hook the batteries up directly to the motor with just a momentary switch to engage the reel. I have a 1/8 acre yard with some hills and very thick grass. Ideally the reel would spin at about 850rpm ish.
I am a noob with this and would greatly appreciate and help, advice, or instruction y'all could give me.
Thanks in advance for your time.
TX