The SimFeedback-AC DIY Motion Simulator thread

[sjb266]

Hey guys. Thought I’d create a thread for those taking the plunge into this brilliant DIY project..
I will be starting mine soon and I know there are others thinking about it.. so feel free to share your knowledge and experiences so we can all enjoy this platform to its full potential. A huge thanks to the developers who have really knocked this one out of the park!

Website: https://opensfx.com/2019/02/20/welcome-to-our-new-site/

Github: https://github.com/SimFeedback/SimFeedback-AC-Servo/wiki

For all the internals for the actuator contact Amy - skye@ntl-bearing.com
She can supply everything you need. Just remind her you want the ends of the shafts chamfered and make sure she sends the right sized ball screw - we have had a couple of issues reported. She is very helpful though and the cost is pretty good.


Huge thanks to @RowanH for writing a comprehensive user guide which can be accessed here - https://www.rowanhick.com/sfx-100-build-and-running-guide

In addition, @anton_Chez has contributed a list of post numbers for some of the important settings etc..
Post #320 SFX-100 thread
Post #327 SFX-100 thread for Discord correlation
Post #339 SFX-100 thread
Post #418 SFX-100 thread
Post #424 SFX-100 thread
Post #439 SFX-100 thread
Post #449 SFX-100 thread
Post #517 SFX-100 thread
Post #554 SFX-100 thread
Post #580 SFX-100 thread
Post #826 SFX-100 thread
Post #837 SFX-100 thread
Post #864,866,867,868,870,887,889,897 SFX-100 thread
Post #911,914 SFX-100 thread
Post #988,992,998 SFX-100 thread
Post #1147 SFX-100 thread
Post #1492 SFX-100 thread
Post #1511,1517 SFX-100 thread

I will try to keep this page updated with links to source the parts in other parts of the world. Just post whatever links you have and i'll add them here.

Please note: Not all the parts listed below are essential for the project. For the essential parts refer to the original shopping list.

Australia:

• O-Ring - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Kit-419Pcs-O-Ring-O-Ring-Black-Rubber-32-Sizes-With-Case-3-50mm-W8D7/223152697816?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• D-Sub breakout board - DB25 25pin Female Adapter RS-232 Serial Terminal Module Breakout Board Connector
• Emergency Stop - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Reliable-Emergency-Stop-Push-Button-Box-600V-Switch-for-Elevator/192115082001?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• Arduino Wiring - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/40-pcs-Dupont-Cable-20cm-Jumper-Wire-for-Arduino-RPi-breadboard-AU-Stock/202436863098?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&var=502467628096&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• Breadboard - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Mini-Solderless-Breadboard-400-Contacts-Tie-points-Universal-Available-New-lemon/123145741183?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
• D-Dub Cable - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-D...h=item3f6ace6403:g:038AAOSw9mpaSsU2:rk:1:pf:0
• Screw Shield for Arduino Leonardo - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Scr...h=item25a9d471a4:g:5BgAAOSwraJbc9rC:rk:1:pf:0
• Arduino Leonardo Replica - https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DIY-Eduino-Leonardo-Module-with-USB-Cable-for-Arduino-ATMEGA32U4-Blue-Black/132719951279?epid=916281063&hash=item1ee6b9bdaf:g:2QUAAOSw5iNbWv6b:rk:123f:

Thanks to @AussieSim for the following links:

10A power lead(s) * 4
https://www.jaycar.com.au/2m-black-mains-extension-lead/p/PS4152

Top quality wire stripper
https://sydneytools.com.au/product/boxo-cutws205-multifunction-wire-stripper

RCD/safety switch power block
https://www.bunnings.com.au/arlec-4-outlet-heavy-duty-portable-safety-switch_p4420028

WD-40 lithium grease for the ball screws
https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-specialist-300g-high-performance-white-lithium-grease_p6100408

Vibration pads
https://www.bunnings.com.au/whites-on-site-100-x-12-5mm-rubber-anti-vibration-mat-4-pack_p3961547

WD-40 Dry PTFE spray for the slider (free shipping)
https://au.rs-online.com/mobile/p/lubricants/7577134/

Arduino Leonardo (free shipping + frequent 10-15% off discount)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/a000057/arduino-corporation

DB25 cables * 4 (free shipping)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/ak401-2/assmann-wsw-components-inc

PETG * 3 (free shipping)
https://www.arrow.com/en/products/petg17bk1/mg-chemicals

WAGO-like connectors to avoid a breadboard (perhaps use genuine ones if you are doing 240V AC)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32906719488.html

D-Sub breakout boards * 4
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32297675967.html

3D printer Creality Ender-3 Pro
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32918302452.html

Wires from Arduino to D-Sub breakout (remove black plastic from the WAGO end)
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32887680826.html

Crimp connectors for AC wire leads
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32813550981.html

 

[ThugUK]

Can you record a short clip? Just curious about 10 kHz whine.

Here it is.
I can hear it slightly in the video but not enough to cause me concern.

 

[Megahowler]

Well thanks to Pyronious's youtube video and files I've ordered the parts to make 3 SFX100 boards..
Mainly due to the fact I'm sure it's not going to go smoothly, the price difference between 1 board and 3 is tiny and the minimum PCB order is 5

 

[Moe Ballout]

Do the order look right? About to place an order for the bearings from amy

 

[anton_Chez]

I think so. Someone else might need to compare receipts but it looks right to me.

 

[Megahowler]

Do the order look right? About to place an order for the bearings from amy

Lots of issues with NTL atm... Ball nuts are out of spec

 

[Moe Ballout]

Lots of issues with NTL atm... Ball nuts are out of spec

Who are people going through then? I am just using the usa shopping list. Whats the other vendor I can order these items fro
? Thank you

 

[Tim Palmgren]

Lots of issues with NTL atm... Ball nuts are out of spec

My ball nuts were in spec. They arrived April...

 

[Moe Ballout]

My ball nuts were in spec. They arrived April...

Thank you.

Still having problems with kinetic website recognizing my paypal. It does not promote to a login except when I click on the paypal logo but it is still not recognizing it and throws an error

 

[EsxPaul]

Do the order look right? About to place an order for the bearings from amy

That is the correct order. Just make sure to check everything over measurements wise once you receive it.

 

[Moe Ballout]

Has anybody tried sending the companies on Alibaba the same specs for the aluminum extrusions? I wonder if they can make the same

 

[Megahowler]

My ball nuts were in spec. They arrived April...

Also got mine late April... 44.5mms long

 

[darrenmnz]

Man, i have tried for 3 weeks to order the profiles from kinetik, every time i choose New Zealand as a delivery address the website says they wont ship there, Anybody from NZ care to share how they ordered the profiles? ive tried emailing but no success, they have told me the shiiping cost, but i can t actually order the profiles

 

[Black_rat]

Man, i have tried for 3 weeks to order the profiles from kinetik, every time i choose New Zealand as a delivery address the website says they wont ship there, Anybody from NZ care to share how they ordered the profiles? ive tried emailing but no success, they have told me the shiiping cost, but i can t actually order the profiles

I had a similar problem, no UK shipping in the drop down, I emailed them and Norman had the problem resolved by the web page developers. I guess try mailing again, perhaps try FAO
Norman Grevé

 

[Rollux]

Man, i have tried for 3 weeks to order the profiles from kinetik, every time i choose New Zealand as a delivery address the website says they wont ship there, Anybody from NZ care to share how they ordered the profiles? ive tried emailing but no success, they have told me the shiiping cost, but i can t actually order the profiles

Sign up for an account, revisit the site and change language to German and in shipping you will see Neuseeland. Carry on with the order in German and it all works - well, for me at least

 

[sjb266]

Has anybody tried sending the companies on Alibaba the same specs for the aluminium extrusions? I wonder if they can make the same

Depends if you're willing to fork out the money for the MOQ and extrusion die...

 

[Tim Palmgren]

Man, i have tried for 3 weeks to order the profiles from kinetik, every time i choose New Zealand as a delivery address the website says they wont ship there, Anybody from NZ care to share how they ordered the profiles? ive tried emailing but no success, they have told me the shiiping cost, but i can t actually order the profiles

I selected all the items and then copied the shopping cart page and emailed them the list to which they generated me an invoice for payment. After confirming payment via paypal they shipped it.

TBH though the shipping was a massive ripoff. DHL hand it off to NZPOST and then in my case NZPost sat on it for 9 days doing nothing with the package until I complained so much that they finally gave it to customs to process the damn package. Spent more time in a bin at the NZPost warehouse than it did in transit. BTW that was for the low low price of 185 euro in shipping (Economy). It will likely vary from yours as I added an angle bracket kit and it shot up the shipping price.

 

[niko911]

So - the helicoils have finally been mounted (big blisters on my hands though.
Have anyone tried to paint the aluminium with good results? (I´d like to have them in black).
Got some quotes for anodizing, but I think that´s pure rip-off (approx. 240 euros in total).
Any advices if painting is a good option?

 

[sn4il]

Who are people going through then? I am just using the usa shopping list. Whats the other vendor I can order these items fro
? Thank you

You can order ball screws & nuts from www.banggood.com. They do stock them in US/Canada warehouse.

 

[HugoB]

Man, i have tried for 3 weeks to order the profiles from kinetik, every time i choose New Zealand as a delivery address the website says they wont ship there, Anybody from NZ care to share how they ordered the profiles? ive tried emailing but no success, they have told me the shiiping cost, but i can t actually order the profiles

I think their site only works correctly in German... they’ve probably never tested other languages. I think it’s best to make an account in your language and add the parts. But then do the checkout in German (with google translate maybe?).

 

[sn4il]

Lots of issues with NTL atm... Ball nuts are out of spec

I did not order from NTL but are these nuts really out of spec or they're sending different nuts???
I believe there are two nuts available SFU 1605-3 & SFU 1605-4. (3 or 4 ball circuits).