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The MCP series from Basicmicro (formerly Ion Motion Control) are a family of rugged, high-performance motor controllers with scripting support and other advanced features. They can supply brushed DC motors with 30 A, 60 A, or 120 A continuous at voltages from 10 V up to 60 V (depending on the model).
MCP233 (34 V max) MCP236 (60 V max) | MCP263 (34 V max) MCP266 (60 V max) | |
Operating voltage: | 10 V to 34 V (MCP2x3 versions) 10 V to 60 V (MCP2x6 versions) | |
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Continuous output current per channel: | 30 A | 60 A |
Peak output current per channel: | 30 A | 60 A |
Size(1): | 88 × 72 × 26 mm | 115 × 107 × 34 mm |
Weight: | 140 g | 340 g |
1 Including connectors and mounting flanges.
Each MCP motor controller has a USB interface that acts as a virtual serial (COM) port, allowing it to be controlled directly from a computer, and it features built-in commands for controlling acceleration, deceleration, distance, speed, voltage and current limits, and more. Several other interface modes are supported by the MCP as well: it can be controlled via TTL serial, RS-232 serial, or CAN bus (using the CANopen protocol) for use with an embedded or industrial system; RC hobby servo pulses for use as an RC-controlled electronic speed control (ESC); or analog voltages for use with potentiometers or analog joysticks.
The MCP features an internal user scripting system and user-configurable I/O pins that allows it to be used as a standalone controller, eliminating the need for an additional processor in many situations. It can be operated without feedback for open-loop speed control, or it can be used with a variety of feedback types for closed-loop speed or position control. A wide range of closed-loop sensors are supported, including quadrature encoders, analog encoders, and potentiometers.
The MCP incorporates several protection features including temperature, current, over-voltage, and under-voltage limits. Several user-definable settings such as a maximum current limit and battery voltage limits are provided for more refined control. The controller uses regenerative braking but can be configured with a voltage clamp circuits to limit the regenerative voltage when used with switching power supplies. The Basicmicro VClamp is a voltage clamp specifically designed to work with the RoboClaw and MCP to suppress such voltage spikes and is rated for use with supplies up to 60 V and currents up to 60 A.
Note: As of May 2023, the MCP controllers no longer support bridging the two channels to control a single higher-current motor.
Details for item #3585
The MCP233 operates from 10 V to 34 V and can deliver a typical continuous output current of 30 A per channel. It has a USB Mini-B connector and a female DA-15 connector (sometimes called DB-15) for control, feedback, and user I/O.
Up to 6 user inputs are available, all of which can be configured as analog, PWM, or digital inputs. 2 user outputs are available; these are open-drain (they can drive low to sink up to 3 A or be set to high impedance) and are 40 V tolerant.
You might consider getting this DB15 screw terminal breakout adapter to make I/O pins more accessible.
Key Features
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Note: Basicmicro was formerly Ion Motion Control. Basicmicro uses the following product names and numbers for the MCP controllers:
People often buy this product together with:
DB15 Screw Terminal Adapter for MCP23X/26X Advanced Motor Controllers |
Dimensions
Size: | 3.4" × 2.8" × 1.0"1 |
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Weight: | 140 g |
General specifications
Motor channels: | 2 |
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Control interface: | USB; TTL serial; RS-232; CAN; RC servo pulses; analog voltage |
Minimum operating voltage: | 10 V |
Maximum operating voltage: | 34 V |
Continuous output current per channel: | 30 A |
Peak output current per channel: | 30 A |
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Recommended links
MCP motor controller user manual
User manual for the MCP advanced brushed DC motor controllers.
RoboClaw and MCP Motor Controller datasheets and other downloadable resources
Go here to find links to all of the downloadable RoboClaw and MCP resources, including datasheets for the individual controllers, drivers, source code libraries, and CAD drawings.
These application notes from Basicmicro explain their motor controllers and some of their features and modes of operation.
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