Roboteq's AX500 controller is designed to convert commands received from a R/C radio, Analog Joystick, wireless modem, or microcomputer into high voltage and high current output for driving one or two DC motors.

The controller's two channels can either be operated independently or mixed to set the direction and rotation of a vehicle by coordinating the motion on each side of the vehicle. The motors may be operated in open or closed loop speed mode. Using low-cost position sensors, they may also be set to operate as heavy-duty position servos.

The controller can be reprogrammed in the field with the latest features by downloading new operating software from Roboteq.

Operating Voltage	12V to 24V DC
Number of Channels	2
Current	7.5A Continuous, 15A Max, 30A Surge
Current Limiting	By automatic power output reduction according to user preset limit and temperature
Temperature protection	Automated current limit reduction starting at 80o C (175o F) heat sink temperature
Voltage protection	Output shut off below 8V
Power Wiring	Terminal strip. AWG 14 max cable
R/C inputs	2 + 1 accessories (1.0ms - 1.5ms center - 2ms, Adjustable)
Serial Interface	RS232. 9600 bauds
Analog Interface	2 inputs (0V - 2.5V center - 5V) 4 inputs, 8-bit resolution
Input Corrections	Ch1 & Ch2 mixing for tank steering. Programmable deadband. 4 Exponent & Logarithmic command curves.
Digital Outputs	1 output, 24V 1A max
Open Loop Speed	Forward & Reverse Speed Control. Separate or Mixed
Closed Loop Speed	Use Tachometer on analog inputs & PID
Position Mode	Use Potentiometer on analog inputs & PID
Operating Temperature	-40 to +85oC heat sink temperature
Dimensions	4.2" (106mm) wide 2.9" (50mm) long 1.5" tall (38mm) tall including heat sink
Weight	3 oz (85g)