The Swashplate
The swashplate mechanism that drives the needle action is
a very efficient means
to convert the rotational motion of
the electric motor
to the reciprocating motion
of the needle
producing
an approximate advantage of 15:1.
The swashplate delivers a sine wave motion - constant
needle velocity -
throughout the cycle producing a
smooth non-stopping continuous motion
as compared to the
stop and start of conventional crank, cam (2-dimension) and
coils.
Only the swashplate can make use of all
3-dimension axes to create
the natural fluid cyclic
reciprocating action that produces
a constant "brush-like"
artistry feel experienced by fine art painting.
Looking down at the Swash from above:
The motor will run in either direction
but Craig Wyeth says "It likes CLOCKWISE direction."
- at 6.0 Volts - 50 Cycles Per Second
- at 9.0 Volts - 100
Cycles Per Second
- at 12 Volts - 150 Cycles Per Second
Adapter included for Spring type CLIP CORD
RCA type connector wiring:
Positive (+) (Red wire) connected to center terminal
Negative (-) (Black wire) connected to
outer shield
Swashplates are not user changeable but will only be
repaired or
replaced by Swashdrive.
Swashplates are not sold separately. |