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Old 23-09-2018, 04:18 PM
Doolsduck (Michael)
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Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Brisbane
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EQ2 motor controller

For my first post I have a problem I bought a second hand eq2 mount of an upgrade to a cheap telescope. It looks like a single axis Skywatcher type. I checked the controller and drive were working. Later on I plugged it into my variable powersupply in my car without first checking the voltage. I put 12v though it and toasted something in the controller. I'm so grumpy at myself.
It's not worth having professionally repaired. I think I shorted out a couple of the transistors since two of them get quite warm when I plugged it into the correct power. Also they are reading no resistance on the multimeter. I'd like to try and repair it myself but I don't know where to get PCB components, don't know a lot about using the multimeter for diagnosing but follow instructions well and can solder OK. I was hoping to get some help, either online or in person as a little weekend project in exchange for a slab or a bottle thanks
Michael
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