Brushed DC Motor Controllers
Brushed DC motors are the most common and least expensive motor types. Choose from five product families and several product references of single, dual or triple channel motor controllers for brushed DC motors, ranging from 20A to 500A per channel: just match the voltage and current rating using our Product Tables below, or the Product Finder.
Helping Make Your Robot Mobile...
Mobile Robots need two motors to move and steer, and only Roboteq can make this work with a single controller. Compared to the traditional One Motor/One Controller approach, the Dual Channel is simpler, cheaper, easier to integrate and maintain.
Motors are coordinated within the controllers, resulting in superior and safer drive characteristics.
...or Make it Move in Every Direction
Two controllers can even team up to drive 4 motors with Mecanum wheels to move Omnidirectional Robots. We can show you how.
Part of Roboteq's Integrated Solution for AGV’s
Add Roboteq’s Magnetic Guide Sensor and you have a fully functional, line following Automatic Guided Vehicle with just two components.
Make it even better with our Battery Management System for Lithium Batteries. You can add our Robot IO eXtender Module (RIOX) with its inertial measurement unit (IMU) for extra stability. Use matching motor/wheel assemblies from our Validated Motor Partners. Download Magnetic Navigation Software and get free, Expert Support from Roboteq to make it all work for you.
Interface with Anything
Our controllers can be operated from practically anything. From simple push buttons, to Joysticks, Radios, PLCs, or Computers, Roboteq can interface with it. A generous number of Pulse/Analog/Digital Inputs are available for limit switches, potentiometers, encoders, buttons or sensors. Digital Outputs provide for braking, lights, or solenoids. Need more IO? Use our RIOX IO eXtender via CANbus and know no limits!
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These are some of the keywords all our controllers understand thanks to their built-in MicroBasic programming language. Think of it as having a PLC built right into the controller, at no extra charge. This Roboteq exclusive feature will let you tailor the controller to match your most exotic requirements.
Yes, We CAN!
All our controllers have a 1Mbit CANbus interface. Using a simple wire pair, you can make two or more controllers work together, connect to Joysticks, PLCs, Battery Management Systems, or any other smart sensor. And thanks to four different available CAN protocols, you can be sure that they will be able to understand each other.
So Many Operating Modes, So Little Time
Go to and maintain the speed you need, at the acceleration you want. Move forward or reverse with controlled torque. Stop exactly where you need. Consume or regenerate energy. With a fast 1ms Loop Update rate, five main Operating Modes and numerous configurable settings, our controllers will make your motor run as accurately, smoothly and responsively as required by your application.
Connect Your PC and ...
No need for special programming tools. Download our Free Roborun+ PC Utility and start exploring the possibilities!
Always Ready for the Unexpected
Much of the functionality of Roboteq's controllers is never used. However, that unused functionality is there because we all know that eventually “what can go wrong, will go wrong”. From excessive amps to over/under voltage, short-circuits to feedback breakdown, the unexpected is no match for Roboteq's Brushless DC Motor Controller!
Never Loses its Cool
High power at low voltage means high current. High current means heat. And excessive heat means trouble! Ultra-high efficiency MOSFET field-effect transistors, high current terminals & wiring, and innovative cooling techniques are just some of the technologies Roboteq utilizes to make our controllers among the coolest running for their size.
Field & Battle Proven Quality
Roboteq controllers have demonstrated durability through rigorous factory life tests and years of operation inside thousands of user applications. However, nothing illustrates our product's toughness quite like this badly bruised unit. It was subjected to absolute brutality while surviving 200+ battlebot fights, during which the robot was regularly hammered, rammed into, and thrown up to 3m in the air!
Guaranteed Success and Satisfaction
Our controllers are among the most sophisticated around, but also the easiest to use thanks to detailed documentation, software tools and application examples. But should you run into difficulties, you can rest assured that you will get timely and accurate answers from out highly skilled Support team. After all, we can only succeed if you succeed!
BEST Product
I've worked with a lot of motor controllers and I have to say that so far these are the BEST I've worked with. Great job on the design and the software.
T.K. - USA
Best Documentation
I've been in product development and engineering for quite a few years and I feel this is the best manual I've seen in that time. It's complete, relevant and explanatory. Well done!
B. V. - Netherlands
Categories Brushed DC Motor Controllers
SDC Family
Low Power Single or Dual Channel, Brushed DC Motor Controllers. Advanced Roboteq Core Technology, multiple Connectivity options and Scripting support. Up to 2 x 20A or 1 x 40A. Several voltage options up to 60V. Conduction cooling plate with ABS Plastic cover. Targeted at robotics, machine control and automation.
FDC/MDC Familly
Medium Power Single or Dual Channel, Brushed DC Motor Controllers. Advanced Roboteq Core Technology, multiple Connectivity options and Scripting support. 2 x 60A or 1 x 120A. Several voltage options up to 60V. Conduction cooling plate with ABS Plastic cover. Targeted at robotics, machine control and automation.
HDC/XDC Family
Low Power Single or Dual Channel, Brushed DC Motor Controllers. Advanced Roboteq Core Technology, multiple Connectivity options and Scripting support. Up to 2 x 20A or 1 x 40A. Several voltage options up to 60V. Conduction cooling plate with ABS Plastic cover. Targeted at robotics, machine control and automation.
GDC Family
Medium Power Single or Dual Channel, Brushed DC Motor Controllers. Advanced Roboteq Core Technology, multiple Connectivity options and Scripting support. 2 x 60A or 1 x 120A. Several voltage options up to 60V. Conduction cooling plate with ABS Plastic cover. Targeted at robotics, machine control and automation.
