Roboteq controllers basics

Torque mode
In torque mode, the controller will control the motor torque by regulating the motor current. The motor current will be regulated by adjusting the motor PWM...
Tue, 28 Nov, 2023 at 2:59 PM
Feedforward control
The feedforward control is a new feature available in the 4th generation Roboteq products (G4). Feedforward control comes to fill the gap that feedback cont...
Fri, 27 Jan, 2023 at 5:41 PM
Sensor Error detection for Hall sensors
The sensor error protecion is a feature available in fw verison 2.1 + that checks for malfunctions in the commutation sensor. It is applicable for Hall, Sin...
Thu, 2 Feb, 2023 at 12:42 PM
Short circuit protection
This article will explain how short circuit protection works in firmware version 2.1a+. Short Error detection operation  All the Roboteq controllers...
Thu, 2 Feb, 2023 at 4:51 PM
Calculating the motor's short circuit current
There are various methods that the controller uses to brake the motor. During normal driving, the controller stops the motor by reducing the motor voltag...
Thu, 18 May, 2023 at 4:16 PM
Current Limiting function (Robo G4 Products)
Type of Document: Article Applicable for: Robo G4 products, motor drives Date of Issue: 28/11/2023 Amps Limit Function Roboteq drives have the ca...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Understanding and Avoiding Ground Loops in Roboteq Controllers
One often mistake in the wiring that can lead to a permanent damage of the controller is the creation of a Ground loop through the external connection...
Wed, 5 Jun, 2024 at 12:27 PM
Short-circuit current calculation during 3-phase short of a BLDC motor (for SBS use)
Introduction The Safety Brake Switch (SBS) is a motor drive subsystem designed for rapid and safe motor braking in high-inertia applications, such as...
Tue, 30 Jul, 2024 at 11:18 AM