RoboteQ AX1500 Computer Hardware User Manual


 
AX1500 Motor Controller Overview
26 AX1500 Motor Controller Users Manual Version 1.9b. June 1, 2007
20A extended
High current operation may be extended with forced cooling
125A peak Amps per channel
16kHz Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) output
Auxiliary output for brake, clutch or armature excitation
Heat sink on PCB
Advanced Safety Features
Safe power on mode
Optical isolation on R/C control inputs
Automatic Power stage off in case of electrically or software induced program fail-
ure
Overvoltage and Undervoltage protection
Regeneration current limiting
Watchdog for automatic motor shutdown in case of command loss (R/C and RS232
modes)
Diagnostic LED
Programmable motor acceleration
Built-in controller overheat sensor
Emergency Stop input signal and button
Data Logging Capabilities
13 internal parameters, including battery voltage, captured R/C command, tempera-
ture and Amps accessible via RS232 port
Data may be logged in a PC, PDA or microcomputer
Compact Open Frame PCB Design
Surface mount PCB design
Efficient heat sinking. Operates without a fan in most applications.
4.20 (106.7mm) long x 4.20 (106.7mm) wide
-20o to +85o C heatsink operating environment
4.0oz(120g)