Data Sheet

2 MDC1xxx Motor Controller Datasheet Version 1.3. January 27, 2015
• Precise speed and position control when Encoder feed-
back is used
• PID control loop
• Configurable Data Logging of operating parameters on
RS232 Output for telemetry or analysis
• Built-in Battery Voltage and Temperature sensors
• Power Control input for turning On or Off the controller
from external microcomputer or switch
• No consumption by output stage when motors stopped
• Regulated 5V output for powering Encoders, RC radio,
RF Modem or microcomputer
• Programmable acceleration and deceleration
• Programmable maximum forward and reverse power
• Ultra-efficient 6 mOhm (MDC1230) or 3 mOhm
(MDC1460) ON resistance MOSFETs
• Stall detection and selectable triggered action if Amps is
outside user-selected range
• Overvoltage and Undervoltage protection
• Programmable Watchdog for automatic motor shutdown
in case of command loss
• Overtemperature protection
• Diagnostic LED
• Efficient heat sinking using conduction bottom plate.
Operates without a fan in most applications
• Power wiring via FASTON terminals
• Open frame or enclosed design with heat conducting
bottom plate
• 5.50” (140mm) L, 4.45” W (113mm), 0.78” (20mm) H
• -40o to +85o C operating environment
• 3.5oz (100g)
• Easy configuration, tuning and monitory using provided
PC utility
• Field upgradeable software for installing latest features
via the internet
Orderable Product References
TABLE 1.
Reference Number of Channels Amps/Channel Volts
MDC1230 18030
MDC1460 1 120 60