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24V Motor controller recommendation

Discussion in 'Motor actuators and drivers' started by cnupa4ka, Mar 17, 2019.

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  1. cnupa4ka

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    Hi guys! Which controllers you will recommend to use for these motors? Thank you!

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    cnupa4ka, Mar 17, 2019
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    Sabertooth 2x32
    BlazinH, Mar 17, 2019
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    thanks mate. Do I need only one board for both? Also is it difficult for settings? Thanks! :)
    cnupa4ka, Mar 17, 2019
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    Yes, you need one Sabertooth for both motors, plus an Arduino.
    And no, it is not difficult, because @BlazinH has created a fantastic tutorial.
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    Markus, thanks my friend. Which arduino I have to order? Uno?
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    MarkusB Well-Known Member Gold Contributor

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    Yes, Arduino Uno is fine. Just have a look at the tutorial, which also explains the wiring and includes the required software.
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    Is chinese clone works or I have to buy genuine?
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    I don't have experience with these clones. If they are not faulty, they should work I guess.
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    If you want to try on the cheap you can also use two IBT- 2 h-bridges. But their quality is generally poor and they are easy to damage. Sabertooth quality is top notch and have a rock solid warranty too.
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    I think better Sabertooth :) I just ask is anybody had experiance with the arduino clones :) I have one clone for sim dash. Its working without issues :)
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    I don't use them but at least one commercial outfit uses them on their rigs. I've seen some driver issues since theirs is different and a few bad boards but other than that I think they're okay.
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    Sabertooth Dual 2x32A where from can I buy it on English seller? Thanks.
    cnupa4ka, Apr 1, 2019
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    hi, yes chinese clone are working well. I use it many time to build 3d printer without any issue
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    I found Sabertooth Dual 60A 6V-30V Regenerative Motor Driver for £100

    How do u think is it good driver? Is it easy to setup?

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    cnupa4ka, Jun 4, 2019
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    If you use the Sabertooth 2x60 you will need to use batteries. There is no option to get rid of the regenerative current with resitors. Keep that in mind.
    Instead of an arduino you can use Kangaroo X2 Motion controllers. They are much easier to handle. And you can use encoders. It looks like yours motors have a brake. If you don't want to use the brake, you could use the shaft to mount the encoders. You can use the brakes with the Sabertooths controllers.

    I recently bought my Controllers here: https://www.robotshop.com/uk/
    You can also order the kangaroo x2 there.

    It's up to you, which way you want to go. Sabertooth 2x60 or 2x32 will work. Arduino and kangroo should also both work fine:)
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    So my friend are you telling me that I cant use 2x60 with my pcu power supplies?! :(
    cnupa4ka, Jun 11, 2019
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