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Sota Eclipse packages for VPI tables.

My VPI PLC died a few months back. I’ve since upgraded the motor to the 300 RPM motor, but have been looking to replace the PLC. Even used, the SDS and ADS are quite pricy and the reviews are mixed at best, especially with the ADS.

I ran across the Sota offering, which includes a DC motor and speed controller. It costs roughly the same as a used SDS. There’s also an optional tachometer .

Has anyone done this upgrade to a VPI or other non Sota tables? How did it work out for you?

Thanks for your consideration.
vinylzone
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slaw
20,458 posts
 
I have the SOTA Eclipse package on my Classic 3 Sig SE.

The motor plate has to be modified to bolt the new motor to it. Not too difficult.

I've owned the SDS and have an ADS. The new package is more accurate and doesn't require any manual speed adjustments, nice.

SQ is an overall smoother presentation.
Love it.
vinylzone OP
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Thanks for that. I have the TNT 4, which has the massive separate motor housing and separate flywheel.  Based on the drawings, the motor should fit but might require a small spacer between the motor and base, or maybe have a machine shop slightly deepen the motor well.
earthtones
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With this upgrade, I dramatically improved my Classic 4. The tricky part was figuring out what size belt to order from Origin Live, plus I had to rig up a custom motor mounting to get rid of plinth-transmitted noise.  Is your motor fixed or is it standalone? The job is easier if it’s the latter.
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