Victors Non-linear!!!

[KVermilion]

Originally Posted by Manoel

Interesting data, just be aware when comparing your results with Rickertsen2's that you used a resistor and he used a motor (resistor + voltage source + inductor model). Of course, your tests are better, because this resistor setup will not interfere with the Victor's output waveform.
With your data, we can say for sure that the Victor's are linear (something the IFI guys already told us, for the matter), I'm just a little puzzled about the current "crop" at the graphic's extremes, were you using a battery to feed the Victor or maybe a different power supply with a maximum output current?

Well, the "crop" (where the current levels flat?) must be due to the victor having a (rather large) dead area of the ends at the extreames. I used the standard "EX18-12" SLA battery from exide (the one from the kit) This battery has put out over 65 amps, so I don't think that was an issue.

Yes the victors are linear, but the motors are not... power curves.