RaccoonLab CAN-PWM NODE Converter

RL-MiniNode

Regular price €80.00

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RaccoonLab CAN-PWM NODE Converter

The basic tool to control PWM ESC and servo by Cyphal/CAN interface

RaccoonLab NODE is designed as an adapter for controlling servos and ESCs with a PWM interface.
It receives setpoint messages from the Cyphal/CAN bus (DroneCAN is supported as well for the benefit of legacy applications; however, it is not recommended for new designs) and maps them into typical servos and ESC controllers' PWM signals.
Node supports Cyphal interface (DroneCAN is supported as well for the benefit of legacy applications; however, it is not recommended for new designs).
Compatible with PX4 and Ardupilot-based autopilots.

μNODE vs MiniNODE v2

μNODE is the smallest among RaccoonLab PWM nodes. It is suitable for controlling 1 or 2 ESC or a servo with external power.
μNODE doesn't have its own DC-DC, so the entire load will go to the device that powers the μNODE. It is not recommended to power a servo with μNODE. If you need to power a servo, it is recommended to use a RaccoonLab MiniNODE (v1 or v2).

The MiniNODE board supports receiving feedback from the FLAME ESC.
MiniNode has two channels (A1 and A2) for direct actuators connection. Depending on the firmware it also has either two auxiliary channels named B1, B2; (experimental) or two auxiliary UART channels for getting feedback from FLAME ESC with RPM and voltage.
You could power a servo through the MiniNODE since it has a built-in DC-DC.

Feature	μNODE	MiniNODE
Input Voltage	4.8-5.6 V	4.8 – 5.6 V
PWM outputs	2	4
CAN connectors	2 UCANPHY Micro (JST-GH 4)	2 UCANPHY Micro (JST-GH 4) 2 6-pin Molex
DC-DC	No	Yes (built-in)
Vin voltage sensor	No	Yes
Mass	3 g	6.6 g
Dimensions	20x10x5 mm	42x27x12 mm

Note that RaccoonLab CAN-PWM NODE Converter ships with 1pc JST 4-pin 0.17m cable.

Node has main (receive commands) and auxiliary (status, info, log, flight time recorder, etc) functions. The board has an internal LED indicator of the current status.

More info is available on the product documentation page.