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Which would you pick — the Bixpy K-1 or the Newport NK180?
I’m split between the two and could use some guidance from you all.
The Bixpy is super light and portable with a wireless remote, but it costs more. The new K-Power module does let it run on third-party 24V batteries now, which helps.
The Newport NK180 puts out more thrust, costs less, and runs on any third-party 24V battery from the start — but it’s heavier and bulkier to mount.
If you were buying one today, which would you choose and why?
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Newport. I had a bixby it doesn’t have that power needed to get from spot to spot.
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↷ Replying to LifewithMarz“Newport. I had a bixby it doesn’t have that power needed to get from spot to spot.”
Yeah I think Bixpy wins for convenience in size to power ratio, but Newport wins in power per dollar spent ratio!
I do wish that Newport motors were more serviceable. My friend got a Nk300 but it throws error code 4-20 which seems to be lower unit pcb motherboard issue or communication cable damage. Newport makes it seem like he just has to buy another one. Bixpy however has full service and great support in my experience. Their J1 motors even have a refresh program that upgrades internals so it can use newer batteries and k-power module like the J2 and K1.
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