SPARK Motor Controller
The Original SPARK Motor Controller has been discontinued and will not be re-stocked.
SPARK Overview
The SPARK Motor Controller (REV-11-1200) is a 12V 60A PWM-controlled brushed DC motor controller designed for FIRST Robotics Competition robots. It features 60A continuous current with passive cooling, bi-directional limit switch inputs for smart mechanism control, an RGB LED status indicator, and a button-activated brake/coast mode.
Features
Passive cooling
No fans required
Synchronous rectification
Reduces heat generation
Limit switch inputs
Stops forward and/or reverse motion automatically
No programming required
Compatible with normally open (NO) limit switches
Calibration
Factory calibrated to 1ms – 2ms input signal
User calibratable
Integrated cable retention for PWM port
Clamping screw terminals
Better contact area and retention
RGB status LED
Detailed mode and operation feedback
Specifications
Parameter | Value & Units |
---|---|
Input Voltage (Nominal) | 12 V |
Continuous Current | 60 A |
Peak Current (2 second surge) | 100 A |
Input Pulse Width Range (Nominal) | 1ms-2ms |
Input Resolution | 1μs |
Input Deadband | 40μs |
Output Frequency | 15.625 kHz |
Output Voltage Range | 0 V - ±Vin |
Maximum Output Voltage Resolution | 0.001 x Vin |
Dimensions | 2.860in x 1.875in x 0.868in |
Weight | 74g or 2.61oz |
Additional Documentation
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