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Project with computer controlled motor speed

count volta

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Hi All!

I am working on an project that requires computer controlled speed of a motor.

I have a specific idea but have very little electronics knowledge. Through some advice from friends I have purchased some parts and would like some advice about connecting them.

I have 1 x roboclaw speed controller http://www.basicmicro.com/USB-RoboClaw-2x60A_p_287.html

1 x 24V 20A PSU http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=141021860662

1 x 350w brushed scooter motor http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281188281557&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:AU:1123

I also have some standard Australian 3 core electrical cable to run between them.

So would like to connect these three items to have computer controlled speed on the motor. So I don't go and electrocute myself can anyone recommend a beginners guide to electronics so I can better understand amperage and voltage and effectively connect these three items confidently? Alternatively if someone could step me through the process that would be terrific!

Thank you.
 

Harald Kapp

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The datasheet of the controller shows the required connectioons of battery, controller and motor on page 6.
 

count volta

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Thanks Harald, I did see that info, but im confused because it says 'battery' but I have a PSU. Is that ok?
 

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It's o.k. as long as you kepp + and - correctly connected.
 
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