[NLRS] Elevation rotators for small stuff

[w0zq at aol.com]

I have been thinking of a low cost solution for remote elevation for small dishes, maybe like horns to 14" dishes, maybe for roving.   The standard elevation rotators out there are overkill and expensive.  A U100 or U110 may fit the bill, but "new" they are around $100.   I was wondering if anyone has any experience with using a small low rpm motor like those available at ServoCity and other sites.   For example, they offer a 12 vdc 0.5 rpm motor for $25.   Max torque is spec'ed at 3,000 oz-in.  http://www.servocity.com/html/0_5_rpm_gear_motor.html  .   Anyone have any experience with such a small low rpm motor .... good enough to control the elevation on a small uW dish ?   Yes, some assembly would be required.

73, Jon
W0ZQ