Originally Posted by
Krio
In the first bolded part, I was just listing additional factors for all servos that the speed and torque specs on the box don't show that have an affect on the quality and price.
I never said the Tekin had better specs in all regards. I said Tekin was better than Savox when it came to the position sensor (listed as digital encoder in the specs. Savox uses a potentiometer which is inferior), are element/splash proof (listed right in the specs), and will have software updates (listed in specs). Everything I claimed was right in the specs.
Ok, then ignore the aluminum case that many people prefer because plastic ears break/wear over time. Everything else stands. Specs are similar to their $99 servos but you still can update the software, spin a full 360 degrees, have its center point be programmed at will, uses a better position sensor, can run HV, and are backed by a 365 day warranty. I find value in those options on top of the aluminum case.
The Savox servo you listed has a larger form factor. Just saying.
I had to look up what Tekin is calling digital magnetic position encoder, Its a hall effect sensor
(For any one wondering). I'm sure this is because Tekin decided to do 360 degree rotations, not because of some altruistic purpose.
Come on, you can come up with better selling points than a 365 day warranty. Every servo comes with that, and its only for manufacturer defects. All servo's from reputable company have that. I'm also pretty sure its industry standard to be element/splash proof for most higher end servos. I do like being able to program center, but how many servo's actually loose center?
Honest question, how many servos when properly installed have had the ears break off or wear out?
You stated
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.
I simply asked for you to prove these things. Specifically the bolded parts, which you state make the Tekin superior in some way.
FYI here is an example of a cheap servo that uses the same "superior" technology as Tekin's position sensors
Cheap Servo
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.
my original question still stands, everything you've told me is just marketing stuff. Can you even tell me the type of gears used in the T-440?
Edit: I want to add, the only reason I keep using Savox is because its the servo's I use and are known to me.