LS-173AF is a single-axis 14-bit analog feedback motion controller with integrated servo amplifier designed for applications using brushless or brush-commutated motors up to 1 HP. Trapezoidal brushless motor commutation is performed. Up to 31 intelligent servo drives can be controlled over a multi-drop full duplex RS-485 network in a distributed motion control environment. Standard RJ-45 connectors and commercially available cables are used for daisy chaining of the modules. LS-173AF is equipped with various safety features for the motor and amplifier such as short circuit protection, over travel limit, hardware stop input, over and under voltage shutdown. The maximum motor output current can be limited by setting of dipswitches or by software.
Analog feedback 12/20 A peak, 8/12 A continuous current
Motors supported:
  • Brushless 60/120° commutated (AC)
  • Brush-commutated (DC)

Comprehensive motor output short-circuit protection:

  • Output to output

  • Output to ground

  • Output to power
Single power supply - 9 to 90 V DC Adjustable motor current limit
14-bit position, 
24-bit velocity, acceleration, 
16-bit PID filter gain values		 Over/under voltage shutdown
Overheating protection
Overtravel protection
Emergency stop input Forward and reverse overtravel limits
Communication speed 19.2-115.2 Kbps Command rate up to 1000/sec
Servo rate - 2 KHz PWM frequency - 20 KHz
Backlash compensation Small footprint (5" x 3.3" x 0.85")