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Technical, Techniques, Hints, and Tips => The "Black Arts!" ( Electrics & Electronics ) => Topic started by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 11:08:52 am

Title: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 11:08:52 am
i have installed a p94 dual esc to control the two T12 motors in my tug.
Both motors are spinning in the same direction and when I go astern, only the starboard motor changes direction.
The esc is set in mode 3 with no rudder input.
If I set the esc to mode 4, there is no difference, the port motor still does not change direction.
Sits scratching head............  {:-{
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 12:29:28 pm
Paging Inertia, Inertia to the red courtesy phone  %)
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Shipmate60 on March 26, 2016, 12:30:25 pm
What radio set are you using?


Bob
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 12:31:40 pm
Hitech optic 6 Bob


Simon
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: inertia on March 26, 2016, 12:35:24 pm
This sounds like either a solder bridge somewhere around the relay contact poles or it's a faulty relay. If the unit is still under warranty then contact Component Shop. If it isn't then PM me and we can arrange test and repair ('cos it's me what does 'em for CompShop). If you could send me a close-up photo of the underneath of the board then I can have a look-see for solder bridges. I'll PM my E-Mail address to you.
Dave M
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 12:43:13 pm
Hi Dave,
Thanks for the prompt reply.
The esc is a new unit, so is in warranty.
I may be mistaken, but I am fairly sure it was working correctly yesterday when first installed.
I will check the underside of the board as you suggest and report back.
Cheers,


Simon
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 01:20:19 pm
Photo sent Dave.
Thanks,


Simon.
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: inertia on March 26, 2016, 02:36:38 pm
PM sent. If it was working then the implication is that either some component has died in the interim (unlikely) or that somehow you've managed to weld the relay contacts shut. It can be sorted either way.
DM
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 02:56:30 pm
Thanks Dave,
I have tried again with the photo.
I suspect that it is a fault with the relay but am not sure why it should have welded the contacts.
Other than the non reversal of the port motor, everything seems to function as it should.


simon
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: inertia on March 26, 2016, 04:53:24 pm
Send it back; request a refund - then buy a new one at the offer price of £60.  8)    http://www.componentshop.co.uk/ (http://www.componentshop.co.uk/)

DM (I didn't get where I am today by being scrupulous...)
Title: Re: Misbehaving esc.
Post by: Captain fizz on March 26, 2016, 04:54:59 pm
Sounds like a plan Dave.


Simon