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Re: Optimizing Speed Controllers

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Originally Posted by flameout View Post

Fyi, we found last year that Java's CAN driver averages 180-200 commands per second (depending on the command). The Jaguar's PWM is updated at 200 Hz, and the Victor's is at 100 Hz. The internal PID algorithm in the Jaguar runs at 1000 Hz -- so if you need closed-loop control, then CAN might be a better option for some of your Jaguars.
Which method of CAN was that: 2CAN or serial?
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