RoboteQ HDC2450 - User Manual

HDC2450 Motor Controller Datasheet 1
HDC2450
2x150A
High Performance
Dual Channel
Forward/Reverse
Brushed DC Motor
Controller with USB
and Encoder Inputs
Roboteq’s HDC2450 controller is designed to convert com-
mands received from a RC radio, Analog Joystick, wireless
modem, PC (via RS232 or USB) or microcomputer into high
voltage and high current output for driving one or two DC
motors. Designed for maximal ease-of-use, it is delivered with
all necessary cables and hardware and is ready to use in min-
utes.
The controller features a high-performance 32-bit microcom-
puter and quadrature encoder inputs to perform advanced
motion control algorithms in Open Loop or Close Loop (Speed
or Position) modes. The HDC2450 features a high number of
Analog, Pulse and Digital I/Os which can be remapped as com-
mand or feedback inputs, limit switches, or many other func-
tions. The controller’s two motor channels can either be
operated independently or mixed to set the direction and rota-
tion of a vehicle by coordinating the motion of each motor.
Numerous safety features are incorporated into the controller
to ensure reliable and safe operation. The controller's operation
can be extensively automated and customized using Basic Lan-
guage scripts. The controller can be reprogrammed in the field
with the latest features by downloading new operating soft-
ware from Roboteq.
Applications
• Industrial Automation
• Tracking, Pan & Tilt systems
• Terrestrial and Underwater Robotic Vehicles
• Automatic Guided Vehicles
• Police and Military Robots
• Flight simulators
• Telepresence Systems
• Animatronics
Features List
• USB, RS232, 0-5V Analog, or Pulse (RC radio) command
modes
• Auto switch between USB, RS232, Analog, or Pulse based
on user-defined priority
• Built-in high-power power drivers for two brushed DC
motors at up to 150A output per channel
• Full forward & reverse control on each channel. Four quad-
rant operation. Supports regeneration
• Operates from a single 10V-50V power source
• Programmable current limit for each channel up to 2x150A
for protecting controller, motors, wiring and battery.
• Up to 11 Analog Inputs for use as command and/or feed-
back
• Up to 6 Pulse Length, Duty Cycle or Frequency Inputs for
use as command and/or feedback
• Up to 21 Digital Inputs for use as Deadman Switch, Limit
Switch, Emergency stop or user inputs
• Dual Quadrature Encoder inputs with 32-bit counters
• 8 general purpose 24V, 1A output for brake release or
accessories
• Custom scripting in Basic language. Execution speed
50,000+ lines per second
• Selectable min, max, center and deadband in Pulse and
Analog modes
• Selectable exponentiation factors for each command
inputs
• Trigger action if Analog, Pulse or Encoder capture are out-
side user selectable range (soft limit switches)
• Open loop or closed loop speed control operation
• Closed loop position control with analog or pulse/fre-
quency feedback

RoboteQ HDC2450 Specifications