Re: Fuses

Posted by dhaddox1

on 2006-02-06 16:42:05 UTC

I am using the Rutex r2020 drives.

> >
> >
> What servo drive are you using? If Gecko, do NOT put fuses

between the

> servo motor and drive. If the fuse ever pops, it will destroy the

Gecko.

>
> Most drives have internal current limiting, and therefore do not

need a

> fuse to protect the motor. They usually use a fuse between the

power

> supply and servo drive to keep catastrophic failures of the drives

from

> becoming fireworks shows. The drive manufacturer might be helpful
> in calculating the required fuse rating. Again, with Gecko

drives, fuses

> can be a complication. However, a properly sized fuse would only

blow

> when a catastrophic failure of the drive had already happened, and
> limit the damage to the board so it might still be repairable.
>
> Jon
>

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