Simulador de corrida 2DOF totalmente impresso em 3D

Fully 3D-Printed 2DOF Racing Simulator – Compact, Customizable & Affordable

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the project on SIMTOOLS

After 10 months of designing, printing, assembling, and testing, I’m proud to introduce my fully 3D printed 2DOF racing simulator — built for makers who love racing and want to feel every curve, brake, and acceleration without needing a huge space or spending thousands of euros.

The Idea
A compact, customizable, and affordable motion simulator that anyone with a sufficiently large 3D printer can build.
This project is made for enthusiasts, makers, and tinkerers who want to experiment, improve, and share their builds

Why 3D Printed?
• 🧩 Customizable: Adapt the design to your needs or style.
• 💰 Affordable: Printed parts + standard components keep the total cost low.
• 🔧 Repairable: If something breaks, simply reprint the part.
• 🏠 Compact: No dedicated room required — the design stays small and efficient.

The Heart of the Machine ❤️
At the core of this simulator is my custom-designed R2L-01 rotary-to-linear drive — a fully 3D-printed mechanism that transforms the force of a NEMA 34 stepper motor (9 Nm torque, 2.5:1 gear ratio) into smooth, powerful linear motion.
Each motor can lift up to 80 kg at 160 mm/s, delivering responsive, realistic motion for a true racing experience.
I’m building a community around this simulator where creators can share updates, ideas, code, and improvements.
A Facebook group is available for discussions, support, and build showcases.

⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE PURCHASING
This project is not for beginners.
• If you are not familiar with 2DOF racing simulators, do NOT purchase — a 2DOF platform may not match your expectations.
• This product is NOT a toy.
• If you are not experienced with electricity and safety, do NOT purchase. Electricity can kill you.
• Do NOT run the motors at 100% power — they will overheat and may get damaged.
• Motor & driver temperatures must stay under 60°C.
• I will NOT provide detailed wiring instructions.
• You build the device at your own responsibility.
• You need a 3D printer with a minimum build volume of 250×250×250 mm.
• The assembly guide is not finished yet — I will upload it very soon.
• Motor brake not yet resolved:
• Currently, without power, the seat can be moved by hand.
• A brake design exists but is untested and not included in the code.

Features
• Pitch: ±10°
• Roll: ±10°
• Low noise
• Max recommended load: 85 kg
• Power: 100–240 V
• Dimensions: 42 × 53 × 122 cm
• Weight: approx. 22 kg
• R2L-01 Rotary-to-Linear Drive:
• Fully 3D printed
• NEMA 34 stepper motor (9 Nm, 2.5:1 gear ratio)
• Lifts up to 80 kg per motor at 160 mm/s

More info here

Cost of the Motion Platform
(Prices as of 19.11.2025, EU — SimTools license not included)
Electronics
• 2× NEMA 34 stepper motors — 400€
• 2× EM806 stepper motor drivers — 220€
• 280W 24V Meanwell power supply — 75€
• Arduino DUE — 35€
• LEDs, wires, switch — 20€
• 2× 40×10 cooling fans — 7€
Other Components
• Racing seat (purchased in 2017) — 150€
• ~7 kg filament (Bambu Lab) — 80€
• Screws & nuts — 25€
Total estimated cost: ≈ 1015€

Additional Notes
• To receive motion data from games, you need a sim racing software such as SimTools.
• The included code is basic — you can extend it with new features such as motor temperature monitoring.
• You may use any compatible electronics. If needed, I will modify the design once so your electronics fit.

Electronics I used
• Arduino DUE
• 2× NEMA 34 stepper motors
• 2× EM806 stepper drivers
• 280W 24V power supply
• 20× 5 mm LEDs (RGB optional)
• 2× 40×10 cooling fans
• On/off switch

⚕️ Medical Note
If you have back problems, this device can worsen your condition.

License & Usage
You are NOT allowed to sell the files nor any physical product derived from them.

You are allowed to use the R2L-01 rotary-to-linear motion converter in your own builds

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