Find the Perfect Plate for Mounting Your High-Speed Electric Motor and Wheel

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In summary, the electric motor is directly connected to a ∅30cm wheel and the goal is to find a plate that can handle 700-800 RPMs. A car or go cart wheel might work, but a lazy susan bearing will not. A through shaft on a bicycle might work, but the bearings are not designed for 700-800 RPMs. A drawing will be posted once the author is off work.
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A wheel from a go cart or similar would fill the bill. Any junkyards in your area?
 
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I don't really know what you mean. I need a plate that can handle 700-800 RPMs. I already have the wheel, just need to find a way to mount it.
 
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Car or go cart wheels usually come attached to a bearing that would serve your RPM requirements. You are quite right that a lazy susan bearing will not work for you.
The bottom bracket of a bicycle might work, the bearings are decent, although 700 rpm is several times more than they designed for as well. However, there is a through shaft, allowing for the motor and the wheel to be easily mounted.
 
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We need a better description of what you are trying to achieve. A drawing is preferred.
 
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I have a motor with a 1/2" shaft with a "D" shape. I am trying to drive a 30cm wheel with this motor. I need a revolving swivel plate like this - http://www.aliexpress.com/item/6-5-...re-hardware-barstool-turntable/550860671.html - that will hold the wheel. It needs to handle 700-800 RPMs. The motor shaft will go into the wheel on top and drive it.

I will post a drawing once I am off work. I need to know what kind of adapters I need for the shaft and wheel so the drive shaft doesn't shear the wheel at the point of attachment.
 

FAQ: Find the Perfect Plate for Mounting Your High-Speed Electric Motor and Wheel

How do I determine the correct wheel size for my bike?

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What tools do I need to mount a wheel?

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How do I remove the old wheel from my bike?

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