Originally Posted by
Krio
It's no problem to question the utility of any item to you. It sounds like you don't need anything besides what Savox offers, so there's no reason for you to jump to something more expensive.
When you say no better than a Savox, I assume you are talking the specs listed for torque and speed? While they are probably the only way to vaguely compare servos between brands, there are so many other specifications that aren't listed. Response time, tolerance/play in the gears, case material, accuracy, and software all matter. The Tekin servos use better position sensors, are element/slash proof, and will be upgrade-able with future software updates.
Given that Tekin used solid aluminum cases, the best Tekin/Savox comparison is the $140 Savox servo. For a $10 difference, the Savox still lacks the ability to be updated with software, spin a full 360 degrees, have its center point be programmed at will, and uses a lower tolerance position sensor.
The better comparison would be Futaba's S.Bus2 servo line. They are crazy programmable (you can even plug them straight into their latest radio to program them) and have features through the roof. And most of them are $200+.
First bolded part: When you make a statement like that, I'm going to need you to back it up. You cant say Tekin uses better materials without doing a component to component break down. I also dont see where Tekin List any of the things you mentioned as a selling point. No mention of response time, tolerance of gears and accuracy. The only thing mentioned on Tekin's website is the software defined features and case materiel. Can you actually prove Tekin uses better position sensors? Is it hall effect or is it a potentiometer, like all servoes use?
Second bolded part: Your going to base a savox to Tekin comparison on just the fact the Tekin has an all metal case? lulz. So should I compare 20 dollar ebay special servos to your 150 dollar Tekin? No way we should compare 2 servos based on specs, then compare pricing. /s
How about a legitimate comparison of the 1230SG to T-440? Both are very close in specs at 6v. The T-440 is rated for higher voltages, full metal case and has some cool software features, but its almost double the price.
My whole point is not to crap on Tekin stuff, I use their motors and ESC but how can they justify the insane cost when they dont really add any need to have it features. Your also going to have a mini - computer in your servo, so extra failure point and another item to program.