It is one of the latest smart series motor drivers. On board high current MOSFETs are switched at 16 KHz to ensure quiet operation and no annoying whining sound. And using MOSFETs eliminate the need for additional flyback diodes.it also equipped with a microcontroller unit to provide smart features such as multiple input mode, current limiting and thermal protection. Smart Drive160 can also be connected with another similar unit and operates in pair. This make driving a robot with differential drive a truly plug and play experience.

 

Note: Normal wire cannot survives 160A or even 100A, so get the thickest possible wire for both the Vmotor and Motor. 8AWG cable (Black and Red), for each terminal is mostly preferred .

Overview

• One Motor Channel
• Operating Voltage is 8 to 28VDC
• Peak Current (A):190
• Continuous Current (A):160
• Operating Modes: Arduino,PWM ,UART,Analog ,RC Servo Signal
• LEDs Indicator
• Manual Button
• Cooling Fan

Multiple input modes: (configure through the DIP switches)

• RC (Radio Control)
• Analog (Analog voltage from Potentiometer or Joystick)
• PWM and DIR (3.3V and 5V compatible, Arduino or Raspberry Pi)
• UART (Simplified Serial and Packetized Serial)

Features

• Bi-directional control for a single brushed DC motor.
• Support input voltage from 8V to 28V.
• Is able to deliver maximum current up to:
• 190A peak (1 minute)
• 175A (2 minutes)
• 160A (continuously)
• 16 KHz switching frequency for quiet operation.
• LiPo battery low voltage warning
• Full Solid State component (MOSFETs) for switching. No additional fly back diodes needed.
• Regenerative Braking
• NO Reverse Polarity Protection for Vmotor, please double check the connection
• Thermal protection
• On board push buttons for fast test and manual operation.
• Dimension: 122mm x 178mm x 75mm

Current limiting base on temperature.

• ​Below 60°C : 194A
• 60°C to 70°C : 175A
• 70°C to 80°C : 163A
• 80°C to 90°C : 144A
• 90°C to 100°C : 125A
• 100°C to 110°C : 100A
• Above 110°C : 50A

Downloads