How to get maximum output from a Jag?

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Originally Posted by clarksnack

Is there a way to set the ramprate of the Jag in the Java code? We tested one of the motors using the BDC COMM software and placed the ramprate at 1000 and just the one motor appeared to have much more torque available without the Jag internal trip "tripping" How can we program the ramprate in the jag using java?

You can set the ramp rate in the Jag if you are using CAN bus.

If you are using PWM, you can enable the fixed ramp rate of full reverse to full forward in 1/8 second by placing the limit jumpers parallel to the front of the Jag. See Pages 2-3 of this document.

Or you can put the very simple code shown here to limit the rate at which your joystick command is allowed to change. That will limit the rate at which your Jag changes voltage.

You can try it, but I do not think ramp rate is your problem.