Re: Keyless door lock mechanisms [TANKS [TANKS]

[sasquevaneach-at-aim.com]

I have one of these (3-channel) which I bought to operate a robot infantryman- specifically so that I could operate 3 or 4 at a time with no interference from other tanks. I've not tried it with others about but on the basis that a model tank doesn't interfere with a car lock (and presumably vice versa) I can't see that there'd be a problem.

Price is good- the 3-channel keyfob transmitter and receiver were I think around £30 (GBP).

I played with it on the model infantyman for a bit before one of the motors stopped working (that may be significant, I'm not sure). On the model I have you do seem to be able to operate 2 channels at a time (ie left and right wheels at the same time)- tho'  less of a problem for a turret. 

One thing I am not happy about is how "sharp" it is. I have just gone and tested it and the minimum burst of power I can get- if I click it on then straight off again- appears to be about 1 second. That's fine if you are operating a garage door, but a bit clumsy for aiming. 

Phil P


-----Original Message-----
From: Martin Helsing

To: tanks-at-rctankcombat.com
Sent: Fri, 1 Jun 2007 10.51pm
Subject: Keyless door lock mechanisms [TANKS]

Are keyless door locks safe to use in tanks (frequency interference, etc)?
I want to use one to control the trigger mechanism for my gun from within the 
chassis withough having to run wires from the chassis to the turret.

Thanks,
Martin Helsing
USMC M1A1 Abrams (under construction)

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