This product has been discontinued. Please see this similar product instead.The RS160D
brushed Motor Controller provides a flexible platform for controlling brushed
DC motors. The controller has two power drivers built in and a standard OSMC
connector for a third power driver.
The default factory configuration supports operation with R/C radios for traditional
combat and remote control robotics applications. The factory default is easily
modified and stored in non-volatile (configuration) memory and restored whenever
power is applied. In factory default mode the Left R/C channel controls forward
reverse motion and the Right channel controls steering.
All configuration and control parameters are set via serial menus and configuration
strings. The serial interface supports standard RS232 signaling from 4800 to
38,400 baud using a normal DB9 cable. The entire unit may be configured and
controlled via a PC or Laptop using a terminal emulator (e.g. Hyperterm).
The RS160D supports a variety of servo operation modes (position, velocity,
torque & power) using a variety of input and feedback methods. The RS160D
accepts the following control input signals: serial commands, Analog voltage
(0-5v), Radio Control signaling or Step & direction. For servo feedback
the RS160D accepts either analog voltages (0-5v potentiometer) or quadrature
encoders. Inexpensive industrial encoders
can be obtained from www.usdigital.com and the RS160D includes sockets compatible
with US Digital 5 pin finger latching cabling. The relationship between the
various control inputs output are set by serial configuration commands and
the serial interface is always available for adjusting parameters regardless
of the operating mode.
Some examples of systems possible with the RS160D
1. A large R/C style servo can be created by combining the R/C control input
with the analog voltage feedback.
2. Using R/C input and encoders enables velocity control which is superior
for handling of remote control robots.
3. Serial input with encoder feedback enables machine controllable subsystems,
such as steering or brake controllers in large vehicles.
4. Step & Direction input with encoder feedback simulates large high powered
step motors with inexpensive PMDC motors. The step & direction interfaces
directly with CNC software.
The RS160D can store up to four unique sets of configuration data. The Controller
automatically loads the last saved or recalled set upon power up, supporting
unattended
operation.
Specifications
:
• Enclosure size: 8.80” x 4.80” x 2.40” 3.40” high
including fan.
• Weight with enclosure: 2.5 lb.
• Three 5 pin finger latching encoder inputs for full servo control.
• Dual main channels 160 Amps each
• User adjustable current limiting on both main channels.
• Thermal protection.
• Left,Right,Aux and Flip RC inputs.
• User selectable servo feedback: Encoder or Analog voltage.
• Software torque limiting (Servo mode only).
• Third channel driver output
• 4-42v battery operation*.
• Large power connector accepts up to 0 AWG wires.
• Full RS232 serial command and setup.
• Standard RS232 communications N81- 4800,9600,19200 or 38400 baud.
• Serial boot loader for future RS232 servo software updates (no
• special programming hardware required). See users manual.
• Multiple-operating modes:
Off, Normal PWM, Torque, Velocity, Servo-Winch-Position,
Servo-Position, Servo-Alt-Winch-Position.
• Thermal power monitoring and limiting.
• Manual control inputs (Step/Dir) for each channel (Left,Right,Aux) to
facilitate CNC servo control via PC parallel port (DB9M).
• User adjusted current limiting (Potentiometer adjustment).
• Robust signal processing for smooth, reliable fail-safe operation.
• Indicator LED’s show direction, power, over-temperature, and board
status.