[simpits-tech] Zero point on a two needle altimeter

Gene Buckle simpits-tech@simpits.org
Mon, 28 Oct 2002 07:10:34 -0800 (PST)


> Sorry, I meant that I used a stepper motor on the altimeter - not a servo.
> You have to modify the servo to enable  > 360 degree rotation. I haven't
> been game to try that yet.
> I intend to use Phidgets for all my engine instruments - next job on the
> bench.
> Rod

There is a stepper phidget in the works and I would imagine that it would
support quarter stepping or at least half stepping.  A stepper of
sufficient precision might work for you.

g.