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Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output

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SKU: POLOLU-2801 Brand: Pololu

This RC switch converts hobby radio control pulses to digital on/off signals for use in RC switch and simple RC adapter applications. One output indicates the presence of a valid RC signal, and the other indicates whether the switch is active. The activation threshold and direction are configurable, and a safe-start feature reduces the likelihood of unexpected activation.

$10.05 AUD, inc GST

$9.14 AUD, exc GST

In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM
Delivered by Tue, 23rd of Apr

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10-25 $8.86 (exc GST)
25+ $8.68 (exc GST)

Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output, bottom view with dimensions.

The Pololu RC switch with Digital Output can be used with standard hobby radio control systems for radio control switch applications or simple interface applications. For example, this module can be used to convert unused RC receiver or servo controller channels to simple high/low signals that can control LEDs, MOSFETs, or relays, or it can serve as a simple interface between RC systems and microcontrollers that do not have the necessary resources for decoding hobby RC servo pulses. Two digital outputs indicate the presence of a valid signal and whether the switch is on or off.

The board requires a 2.5–5.5 V power source supplied to VCC. The board can be powered by whatever digital system is reading the output, or it can be powered from the RC receiver if you bridge the surface-mount jumper on the bottom of the board that connects VRC to VCC.

The RC switch measures the width of incoming RC pulses and compares it to a user-configurable threshold (with ±64 µs of hysteresis) to decide whether to turn the output. By default, the threshold is approximately 1700 µs, with switch activation occurring above the threshold (longer pulses), but the switch has a learning mode that allows you to change the threshold and the activation direction. A safe-start feature reduces the likelihood of unexpected activation.

This compact unit measures 0.4" × 0.4" and weighs 0.3 g (0.01 oz) without the included header pins.

Typical wiring diagram for the Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output.

Outputs and indicator LED

The RC switch provides feedback about what state it is in via a yellow indicator LED. Status information is also provided on two output pins:

The GOOD pin indicates the presence of a valid RC signal (10–330 Hz pulse rate, 0.5–2.5 ms pulse width).
The OUT pin is the main output of the board and indicates whether the switch is active.

Each of the these outputs can source or sink up to 25 mA. More information about using the Pololu RC switch with Digital Output can be found in the user’s guide.

Included hardware

A 7-pin 0.1" straight breakaway male header is included with the Pololu RC switch with Digital Output. The header pins can be used to connect the RC switch to perfboards or breadboards, or you can solder wires directly to the board for the most compact installation.

Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output with included hardware.

Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output on a breadboard.

Other RC switches

Pololu offer two versions of this switch with integrated MOSFETS that can switch loads directly: RC switch with a small MOSFET and RC switch with a medium MOSFET (the latter of which also has an integrated voltage regulator). Pololu also offer an RC switch with a relay that can be used to control electrically isolated loads.

This product replaces item #752. (For most applications, it can be considered a drop-in replacement for #752.)

The Pololu RC Switch family of products.

People often buy this product together with:

Pololu RC Switch with Small Low-Side MOSFET

Pololu RC Switch with Medium Low-Side MOSFET

Pololu RC Switch with Relay (Assembled)

Dimensions

Size:	0.4" × 0.4"
Weight:	0.3 g¹

General specifications

Max current on a single I/O:	25 mA
Minimum logic voltage:	2.5 V
Maximum logic voltage:	5.5 V

Identifying markings

PCB dev codes:	rcs01b
Other PCB markings:	0J7707

Notes:

1: Without included optional headers.

Documentation and other information

Pololu RC Switch User’s Guide (Printable PDF)

User’s manual for the Pololu RC Switch with Medium Low-Side MOSFET and the Pololu RC Switch with Relay.

File downloads

Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output schematic diagram (126k PDF)

Printable schematic diagram of the Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output.
Drill guide for Pololu RC Switch with Digital Output (16k dxf)

This DXF drawing shows the locations of all of the board’s holes.

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