PhidgetAdvancedServo 8-Motor
Description
The PhidgetAdvancedServo 8-Motor allows you to control the position, velocity, and acceleration of up to 8 RC servo motors. It requires a 8-30VDC external power supply; its switching power supply allows the RCC0004 to efficiently operate from 8 to 30 VDC and can be used with a wide range of batteries. You can control the regulator and choose a global servo voltage of 5.0V, 6.0V, or 7.4V. A servo will have more torque when running at a higher voltage, but will have a shorter overall lifespan. Check your servo’s data sheet and balance the voltage for your specific application. For a list of compatible power supplies, see the Connection & Compatibility tab.
The RCC0004 connects directly to a computer’s USB port.
Comes Packaged with
- Hardware mounting kit:
- 4x M3 Bolts (2cm Length)
- 4x Plastic spacers (5mm Length)
- 4x M3 Nuts
Product Specifications
| Servo Controller | |
|---|---|
| API Object Name | AdvancedServo |
| Number of Motor Ports | 8 |
| Pulse Width Min | 83.3 ns |
| Pulse Width Max | 2.7 ms |
| Pulse Width Resolution | 83.3 ns |
| Pulse Code Period Max | 25 ms |
| Board | |
| Controlled By | USB (Mini-USB) |
| API Object Name | RCServo |
| Electrical Properties | |
| Supply Voltage Min | 8 V DC |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30 V DC |
| Current Consumption Max | 26 mA |
| Continuous Motor Current Max | (per motor) 1.6 A |
| Surge Current Max | (per motor) 3 A |
| Output Impedance (Motor) | 600 Ω |
| Output Motor Voltage | 5 V DC |
| USB Speed | Full Speed |
| Physical Properties | |
| Power Jack Hole Diameter | 5.5 mm |
| Power Jack Pin Diameter | 2.1 mm |
| Power Jack Polarity | Center Positive |
| Recommended Wire Size | 12 – 24 AWG |
| Object Temperature Min | 0 °C |
| Object Temperature Max | 70 °C |
Note:: Current from USB supply is not available for motors.