REV Robotics SPARK - User Manual

REV-11-1200-UM-00 Copyright © 2016 REV Robotics, LLC
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SPARK MOTOR CONTROLLER
USER'S MANUAL

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

REV Robotics SPARK Specifications