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Element Guide
E-Motor
How it works
The E-Motor is a 9 V motor with an internal gearbox. The E-Motor can also work as a
generator of electrical energy.
Functionality
Axle hole
Insert an axle and make it turn to use the E-Motor as either a motor or a generator.
Input/output plug
The input/output plug allows you to transfer electrical energy from the E-Motor to
elements like the Energy Meter and LED Lights, or to transfer electrical energy to the
E-Motor from elements like the Solar Panel or the Energy Meter.
Technical Specifi cations
Without load its rotation speed is around 800 rotations per minute and it delivers:
• Maximum torque of 4.5 N/cm
• 9 V motor
• 9.5:1 gearing
• 20 cm (= 8 in.) wire
Take good care of your E-Motor
• Do not bend or push hard on it or elements connected to it
• Do not step on or otherwise place heavy weights on it
• Do not drop it
• Do not short circuit it
• Do not exceed the maximum 9 V supply voltage
• Do not leave it in a stalled condition
• It is not waterproof
• Store at room temperature in a clean, dry place away from heat and frost
Axle hole
Input/output plug
