EasyManua.ls Logo

REV Robotics SPARK User Manual

REV Robotics SPARK
19 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
REV-11-1200-UM-00 Copyright © 2016 REV Robotics, LLC
fg
SPARK MOTOR CONTROLLER
USER'S MANUAL
Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the REV Robotics SPARK and is the answer not in the manual?

REV Robotics SPARK Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMotor Controller
Continuous Current60A
PWM Frequency1 kHz
Communication ProtocolPWM
Peak Current100A (5 seconds)

Summary

1 SPARK OVERVIEW

1.1 FEATURE SUMMARY

Summarizes key features: PWM control, passive cooling, limit switch inputs, brake/coast modes, and calibration.

1.2 KIT CONTENTS

Lists items included with the SPARK Motor Controller: unit, PWM cable, and extra terminal screws.

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS

Details electrical, PWM input, limit switch, and mechanical specifications for the SPARK Motor Controller.

2 FEATURE DESCRIPTION

2.1 POWER AND MOTOR CONNECTIONS

Explains connecting power/motors via screw terminals, covering wire gauge, terminal types, and polarity.

2.2 SPEED AND DIRECTION CONTROL

Describes PWM signal control for speed/direction, including pulse mapping, neutral zone, and calibration.

2.3 HEAT MANAGEMENT

Discusses heat dissipation via synchronous rectification and heat sink, with cautions for high-load operation.

2.4 LIMIT SWITCH INPUTS

Covers limit switch functionality and wiring for preventing motion, including operation when triggered.

2.5 OPERATING MODES

Describes SPARK's Brake/Coast modes and procedures for Calibration and Factory Reset via the MODE button.

2.6 STATUS LED

Explains the tri-colored STATUS LED and its codes for displaying operating states, modes, and calibration results.

APPENDIX A DIMENSIONS

APPENDIX B THERMAL DATA

APPENDIX C LINEARITY DATA

APPENDIX D SCHEMATIC