I built my SFX100 system..
printed 3D parts..
sourced all the items from the list.
Then I bought the Thanos controller..
Why?
It was an easier and safer option.
I wanted assurance that my investment wouldn't become useless if the creators decided to stop supporting the software.
Simtools isn't going anywhere..
and the Thanos controller with its auto calibration and spike filtering make using the rig stress free.
I'm now considering upgrading to the aluminium parts for longevity.
Thanks for the detailled reply, I had no idea eracinglab offered to build complete custom rigs. they really need to feature your rig on their website !
Can you show us how you setup the motor servo/controller ? knowing you I bet you have something super nice and clean
I think the motor are ok, but the servo/controler cabinet is too big to my liking, I guess that explain the lower price compared to the compact d-box servos, but I just don't like to see such bulky equipment when comon sense can't rationalize why these are so bulky.
Why did you decide to go with SFX100 instead of let's say PT-actuators ?
BTW: I can't wait to see how you can MOTORIZE YOUR MONITORS !!!!!
This worked out perfectly and one of the benefits that I hope to get with this aluminum SFX system is that it should have a much better resell value, which will be a huge benefit when I want to upgrade to PT or other systems in the future.
The SFX100 was designed through trial and error and great expense and time by one man (mainly), called Saxxon who built this creation from parts you could obtain off the shelf, which he coupled with parts that he had designed himself and give the designs free so anyone could build them cheaply using a 3d printer. Once assembled this could be ran off a piece of software that Saxxon also designed and offered for free.I’ll never have the time or the money to invest in such a beautiful looking rig although yes it’s a dream to feel such sensations although I feel really pleased with my own rig,
I saw the op post and thought wow what a beautiful piece of work just stunning,
but then had to back step 4/5 time’s was just confused reading the 1st page and don’t really understand all the SFX100 stuff tbh,
the guy purchased and built a SFX100 rig and all the parts was 3D printed correct
But he decided he wanted stronger parts so had the same parts CNC and anodised?
he already supported the project in the 1st place but wanted more longevity from his rig,
is this not like me buying a 175.000$ Porsche GT2 and buying a upgraded titanium full exhaust pipe from a 3rd party supplier ? who in which never give Porsche money each time they sell a system which be all custom fabricated work, sorry just feel confused to what got said but like I mentioned don’t fully understand the origins of the SFX
from my understanding unless something is patented then nothing was copied because no one owns any designs,
anyways amazing looking rig well done.
Just to note, using the AMC-AASD15A on your actuators will result in little if no maintenance, as the hardware filters will protect the leadscrew and bearings from hits or grinding motor vibration, and when you decide for upgrade, the reselling value will be higher if not same, given the actuators will be still practically like new
I'm using same actuators for several years now, and didn't needed to add any lubricant or replace any mechanical part. Its amazing that they are still silent and smooth like new!
The SFX100 was designed through trial and error and great expense and time by one man (mainly), called Saxxon who built this creation from parts you could obtain off the shelf, which he coupled with parts that he had designed himself and give the designs free so anyone could build them cheaply using a 3d printer. Once assembled this could be ran off a piece of software that Saxxon also designed and offered for free.
This was to bring affordable motion to the masses as a DIY project that Saxxon didn't financially benefit from as everything (design and software wise) was free.
OK, you could 'buy' an upgraded piece of the software by means of a 'donation' (i wont go into the ins/outs of whether it was truly a donation or not), but in the main there was no financial benefit to Saxxon.
Seeing that they could make money off this design, some people/companies would copy Saxxons design and sell it complete as a 'package', therefore creating money and making a business off someone else's design and generosity. Some improved on the design, but ultimately they made money off the SFX100.
Some, like Thanos saw a way to make money from something that he had already build and would come into the SFX100 forums and push his own product making it sound as though it was 'needed' and far better (in some cases it is, and in some it is not) and basically taking the mic out of Saxxon and laughing at him. I may be wrong, but i dont think he was a RD paid vendor prior to the SFX100, so that shows how much he made from someone else's design. I am not dissing his controller as its clearly very good, just his work ethic (but that's business i guess).
The issue isnt really in the OP himself (but also it is) as he has built the SFX100 as per the designers wishes 'initially'. Its the fact that he then put money into the pockets of those who profited off this 'free to the community' project, showing lack of respect and gratitude to Saxxon, the person who put motion in his house.
Is it any different to buying a third party case for your mobile phone? Yes and no. A third party case is to fit something that someone has already made (lots of) money on, where this is making money off someone who wanted to give something to the community and like it or not, i am sure no one can disagree, he has put motion into the hands of the general simracer (whether they have built it themselves or bought it as a package), and if it wasn't for Saxxon ALL of these 'pre-built' kits would not be alive today making money and Thanos would not have sold as many controllers as he has.
As for a patent, if you have designed something then you automatically own the the design and the patent.
Yeah but totally raping the guy in the op is heavy handed lolThe SFX100 was designed through trial and error and great expense and time by one man (mainly), called Saxxon who built this creation from parts you could obtain off the shelf, which he coupled with parts that he had designed himself and give the designs free so anyone could build them cheaply using a 3d printer. Once assembled this could be ran off a piece of software that Saxxon also designed and offered for free.
This was to bring affordable motion to the masses as a DIY project that Saxxon didn't financially benefit from as everything (design and software wise) was free.
OK, you could 'buy' an upgraded piece of the software by means of a 'donation' (i wont go into the ins/outs of whether it was truly a donation or not), but in the main there was no financial benefit to Saxxon.
Seeing that they could make money off this design, some people/companies would copy Saxxons design and sell it complete as a 'package', therefore creating money and making a business off someone else's design and generosity. Some improved on the design, but ultimately they made money off the SFX100.
Some, like Thanos saw a way to make money from something that he had already build and would come into the SFX100 forums and push his own product making it sound as though it was 'needed' and far better (in some cases it is, and in some it is not) and basically taking the mic out of Saxxon and laughing at him. I may be wrong, but i dont think he was a RD paid vendor prior to the SFX100, so that shows how much he made from someone else's design. I am not dissing his controller as its clearly very good, just his work ethic (but that's business i guess).
The issue isnt really in the OP himself (but also it is) as he has built the SFX100 as per the designers wishes 'initially'. Its the fact that he then put money into the pockets of those who profited off this 'free to the community' project, showing lack of respect and gratitude to Saxxon, the person who put motion in his house.
Is it any different to buying a third party case for your mobile phone? Yes and no. A third party case is to fit something that someone has already made (lots of) money on, where this is making money off someone who wanted to give something to the community and like it or not, i am sure no one can disagree, he has put motion into the hands of the general simracer (whether they have built it themselves or bought it as a package), and if it wasn't for Saxxon ALL of these 'pre-built' kits would not be alive today making money and Thanos would not have sold as many controllers as he has.
As for a patent, if you have designed something then you automatically own the the design and the patent.
I’d probably go cnc myself if I was to build something similar it’s stronger and frankly looks better,
Well then I hope you either already own and know how to operate a CNC machine, or you're pretty wealthy. Because if by the logic of these blind sighted ritual follower, the only way you can built yourSFX100oops, low cost motion system, is to actually own a CNC company and a dozen other factories
I have a degree in engineering cnc is child’s play, have no interest in building one anyways was saying if I did cnc would be the route.Well then I hope you either already own and know how to operate a CNC machine, or you're pretty wealthy. Because if by the logic of these blind sighted ritual follower, the only way you can built yourSFX100oops, low cost motion system, is to actually own a CNC company and a dozen other factories
The issue isnt really in the OP himself (but also it is) as he has built the SFX100 as per the designers wishes 'initially'. Its the fact that he then put money into the pockets of those who profited off this 'free to the community' project, showing lack of respect and gratitude to Saxxon, the person who put motion in his house.
Yeah not really seen this type of thread before wants closing before gets out of hand seems very sour and touchy thread no part of it’s a pleasure to read.The naivety is off the charts man, fr
Here's a little sneak peak on the current rebuild I can’t wait to put this beast in action
Now just waiting for the new brackets for the seat
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