William \"Chops\" Westfield wrote:

> I'm not experienced in the area, but 10-15W sounds like a pretty
> substantial generator to me.  For comparison, bicycle generators look
> to be about 6W...
>
> You may be stuck with some sort of air-powered motor (die grinder?)
> connected to a motor run "backward."
>

I like the die grinder idea. They can be quite small and inexpensive.
I have one in my shop that cost maybe $15 new. It may actually be
overkill.

Some of the rare earth magnet motors for slot cars should have no
problem delivering 10-15W

w..





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