[chbot] ESCs for RC models

[Andrew Errington]

Hi Synco,

Thanks for replying. I'm sorry, I should have mentioned the motor type.
Simple brushed dc motors.

I could build something, but I'm looking for an off-the-shelf module.
Popular and cheap fits the bill.

Thanks,

Andrew

On Feb 23, 2018 2:14 PM, "Synco Reynders" <synco.reynders at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi Andrew,
>
>   What type of motor are you going to be using?? If you are considering
> brushless, then because it's a traction application you'll most likely need
> a motor with position feedback (hall-effect sensors).
> If it's a brushed motor, things get a lot simpler since the controller
> only needs to use PWM to control the current.
>
> Synco
>
> On 23 February 2018 at 08:53, Andrew Errington <erringtona at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> Apropos of nothing in particular, I am looking for advice on what ESC to
>> buy to run a couple of motors on a skid-steer robot platform.
>>
>> I know there are several to choose from, and ones for boats are different
>> to ones for cars. I will need two of them.
>>
>> If anyone is into this and can recommend a specific module I'd be happy
>> to hear about it.
>>
>> Specifications:
>> Handle up to 24V at around 10A.
>> Variable speed forward and reverse across the typical servo timing pulse
>> range, with a stop band in the middle.
>> Probably non-braking.
>> Not expensive (between NZ$10 and NZ$20 each).
>> Available in Christchurch or NZ from a store or TradeMe.
>> BEC output not necessary.
>>
>> Any tips or pointers welcome.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andrew
>>
>>
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