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  1. #1
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    Sep 2006
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    Brush or Brushless

    Hi,
    I do not know why a DC Brush servo control card can not be used with a DC Brushless motor? Can some one tell me?

    Thanks,

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 2003
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    The basic difference is that a DC brushless has three windings ( 3 connections) the DC brushed has one winding (two connections).
    The reverse can often be done, as long as the drive can be configured for 60°
    commutation.
    The DC brushless drive also requires commutation feedback from the motor.
    Al.
    CNC, Mechatronics Integration and Custom Machine Design

    “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”
    Albert E.

  3. #3
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    Sep 2006
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    I have gecko 340 servodrive and a PMDX breakout board and have know good DC brushless motors.
    Do you know if this is possible

  4. #4
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    Dec 2003
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    I have no personal knowledge of Gecko drives, but I believe this model has a single H bridge drive output so AFAIK it would not be any use for DC Brushless motors.
    Al.
    CNC, Mechatronics Integration and Custom Machine Design

    “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”
    Albert E.

  5. #5
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    Sep 2006
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    Thank you very much,
    Nilad

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