AI Module Series FAQ's ....

What makes the AI Series modules unique?

Conventional Servo's are controlled by Pulse Width Modulation. The AI Series of modules uses a multi-dropped serial network to control each module, up to 31 AI Series modules can controlled on a single serial channel.

1. Conventional Servo's used for positioning applications, generally have a positioning range of 180 degrees. The AI Series of modules have a positioning range of 332 degrees. In addition to this 5 speeds can be selected when positioning.
   
2. Conventional Servo's are designed primarily for positioning applications, irreversible hardware modifications are required to allow a conventional servo to rotate 360 degrees. The AI Series of modules can be programmed to act as either a positioning or a variable speed rotating device, without any hardware modifications. The AI Series of modules allows for 15 speeds to be selected when operating in rotating mode.
   
3. The AI Series of modules has a programmable Over-Current setting .
   
4. The AI Series of modules provides feedback, via the serial channel, of both position and current.
   
5. The AI Series of modules have a feature referred to as Act Down mode. When in Act Down mode all torque is removed from the internal motor and the position is monitored. This allows the user to "teach" a series of AI601 modules a movement sequence. (see an example)
   
6. The AI Series of modules allows for the Proportional and Differential Gains to be set for each module, allowing the user to finely tune their overall control system

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