Thread: PWM Frequency
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Unread 29-09-2006, 07:46
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Re: PWM Frequency

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Originally Posted by Guy_E
Hi,
Well I have another question. The DC motors I asked about in my last thread are originally Sanwa Servo motors. I tried to plug in the servo motor to the pwm port in the controller, but it didn't control the motor properly. How do I know what the frequency of the pwm should be in order to control the motor?
Is there a way to change the controller PWM frequency?
Guy,
I did a search and found a Q&A on an RC forum that the PWM pinout on the Sanwa Servo is different then the HiTec or other manufacturers. You need to check the part data sheet for your Sanwa against the pinout for the other motors.
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