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Unread 05-05-2006, 18:49
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Re: New Speed Controllers :)

Having little electrical background [besides knowing that the inputs must be wired correctly or the thing will melt], this is my perspective on the use of these-
As promising as these look, there is a setback to them: the $200 price tag, [only] $85 more than an 884. Unless the KOP includes enough victors to control every motor properly, there will be teams that will be at more of a disadvantage. Also, the 120A continuous draw seems potentially dangerous in situations where mechanical systems malfunction [robot damage] and cause the motors to run near stall. To me, it seems like you have your either-or choices of:
1)Victor Meltdown [and another $200 down to replace it]
2)Motor burnout and the stench of Eau de Fisher Price for the rest of day
3)Battery damage from high current draw.

My vote goes to the 884. Cheaper and Safer.

_Alex

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