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aldouk · 25-07-08, 11:07 PM

Hey folks,

Ok, finally got round to ordering my penta and decided to go with a motorised solution.. question now is..

Which motor is best in your opinion, I'll be using it with the Passion HD box until I save the pennies for a TM box..

Option 1:Moteck SG2100 DiSEqC 1.2
Option 2: Super Dark Motor Metal Gear DiSEqC 1.2-1.3

Also, for fixing, are you better off with a T-K bracket or L type bracket (same type as a typical Sky install, just an extended version)

Cheers

Al

southernsatellite · 25-07-08, 11:43 PM

Go for the T&K's my preference is the Moteck, as its quiter than the dark super motor, also I have had my Moteck up now for 5 years without a problem. The Moteck has 1.3 USALS as well, as long as you go for the 2100a model

satelliteman · 25-07-08, 11:45 PM

Second that, SG2100A

madrat · 26-07-08, 12:42 AM

TM 2200 motor is an upgraded SG2100A and much stronger for the same price

wod · 26-07-08, 02:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aldouk

Option 1:Moteck SG2100 DiSEqC 1.2
Option 2: Super Dark Motor Metal Gear DiSEqC 1.2-1.3

Also, for fixing, are you better off with a T-K bracket or L type bracket (same type as a typical Sky install, just an extended version)

go for the t&k bracket as the L shaped brackets will bend. i had a dish on one and the bracket was damaged in windy weather

and use a short piece of scaffold pole unless the dish is going above the guttering, where 2 k brackets would be recommended to support the longer length of pole

as for the diseqc motor, no idea as i don't use one

nanochickin · 26-07-08, 11:02 AM

Go for the Motek one mate. I have both the SG2100a and the SG2200 and i'm really happy with both of them

The SG2200 is marginally quicker than the SG2100a and it is that bit louder but never the less they are both cracking motors

My SG2100a has been up for about 12 months now and i have had no problems with it up to now

As for the mounting its definately T & K all the way. Those L shape brackets just bend and then snap off. They are just not up to the job

Make sure you use a metal pole and not aluminum. The aluminum pole will just crush down when you try to get the motor tight enough to stop it moving.

Nano

satelliteman · 26-07-08, 04:18 PM

I cut the L type arm in two and used that as a pole for the TK brackets assuming your installing the motor between the T & K

Robbo · 26-07-08, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by satelliteman

I cut the L type arm in two and used that as a pole for the TK brackets assuming your installing the motor between the T & K

Great tip Satman, if you have one with a kit or going spare.

Alternatively you can use scaffold pole, my local yard usually charges a quid a foot for any length he has.

wod · 26-07-08, 05:53 PM

surprised any one uses the l shape brackets as when i tried one it took me awhile to make it level

also when you get the t&k brackets buy the size larger in case you upgrade your dish/motor to a larger one in the future

satelliteman · 26-07-08, 08:24 PM

Also, if you use a L Type bracket and get it plumb before hand, you can bet your bottom dollar that when you mount the dish/motor on it, it throws it out. Only good for fixed set up.......... but they still sell them with motor kits

25-07-08, 11:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
aldouk Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Denny, Falkirk, Latitude: 56.020° Longitude: -3.903° Posts: 77 Thanks: 20 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts	Which motor? Hey folks, Ok, finally got round to ordering my penta and decided to go with a motorised solution.. question now is.. Which motor is best in your opinion, I'll be using it with the Passion HD box until I save the pennies for a TM box.. Option 1:Moteck SG2100 DiSEqC 1.2 Option 2: Super Dark Motor Metal Gear DiSEqC 1.2-1.3 Also, for fixing, are you better off with a T-K bracket or L type bracket (same type as a typical Sky install, just an extended version) Cheers Al

25-07-08, 11:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
southernsatellite Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,657 Thanks: 90 Thanked 359 Times in 304 Posts	Re: Which motor? Go for the T&K's my preference is the Moteck, as its quiter than the dark super motor, also I have had my Moteck up now for 5 years without a problem. The Moteck has 1.3 USALS as well, as long as you go for the 2100a model __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.southernsatellite.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

25-07-08, 11:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
satelliteman Retired member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Midlands, UK Posts: 420 Thanks: 0 Thanked 112 Times in 74 Posts	Re: Which motor? Second that, SG2100A

26-07-08, 12:42 AM	#4 (permalink)
madrat Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Leicestershire Posts: 2,208 Thanks: 11 Thanked 71 Times in 61 Posts	Re: Which motor? TM 2200 motor is an upgraded SG2100A and much stronger for the same price __________________ *VIRGIN, STOP SENDING ME JUNK MAIL.*

26-07-08, 11:02 AM	#6 (permalink)
nanochickin Retired Mod & Sat Guru Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 3,825 Thanks: 46 Thanked 338 Times in 270 Posts	Re: Which motor? Go for the Motek one mate. I have both the SG2100a and the SG2200 and i'm really happy with both of them The SG2200 is marginally quicker than the SG2100a and it is that bit louder but never the less they are both cracking motors My SG2100a has been up for about 12 months now and i have had no problems with it up to now As for the mounting its definately T & K all the way. Those L shape brackets just bend and then snap off. They are just not up to the job Make sure you use a metal pole and not aluminum. The aluminum pole will just crush down when you try to get the motor tight enough to stop it moving. Nano __________________ Sanity is nothing more than an excuse to be boring Last edited by nanochickin; 26-07-08 at 11:05 AM.

26-07-08, 04:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
satelliteman Retired member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Midlands, UK Posts: 420 Thanks: 0 Thanked 112 Times in 74 Posts	Re: Which motor? I cut the L type arm in two and used that as a pole for the TK brackets assuming your installing the motor between the T & K

26-07-08, 05:53 PM	#9 (permalink)
wod Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,299 Thanks: 18 Thanked 93 Times in 82 Posts	Re: Which motor? surprised any one uses the l shape brackets as when i tried one it took me awhile to make it level also when you get the t&k brackets buy the size larger in case you upgrade your dish/motor to a larger one in the future Last edited by wod; 26-07-08 at 05:55 PM.

26-07-08, 08:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
satelliteman Retired member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: South Midlands, UK Posts: 420 Thanks: 0 Thanked 112 Times in 74 Posts	Re: Which motor? Also, if you use a L Type bracket and get it plumb before hand, you can bet your bottom dollar that when you mount the dish/motor on it, it throws it out. Only good for fixed set up.......... but they still sell them with motor kits

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