NEO Vortex Brushless Motor
The NEO Vortex is a high-power, high-performance, and high-resolution sensored brushless motor that is compatible with the REV ION System. It features a dockable controller interface that can be mounted directly to the SPARK Flex or a standalone adapter allowing control from any brushless motor controller like the SPARK MAX. Its through-bore rotor is the heart of its unique interchangeable shaft system, facilitating easy integration with various robot mechanisms.
Highlighted Features
High resolution encoder
Integrated motor parameter and calibration memory
Through-hex bore with taper for numerous quick-change shafts
No motor wires - reliable and robust docking connections for motor phases and sensor
Dual sensor, direct contact winding temperature sensing
560KV (RPM per volt)
640 Watts (375 @ 40A)
Specifications
Motor Specifications†
Nominal Operating Voltage: 12 V
Motor Kv: 550 Kv
Free Speed: 6784 RPM
Free Running Current: 3.6 A
Stall Current: 211 A
Stall Torque: 3.6 Nm
Peak Output Power: 640 W
Typical Output Power at 40 A: 375 W
Pole Pairs: 7
Encoder Resolution with SPARK MAX: 42 counts per rev
Encoder Resolution with SPARK Flex††: 7168 counts per rev
Mechanical Specifications
Docked Body Length‡: 79.7 mm
Docked Mounting Footprint Narrow Side Width: 2 in
Docked Mounting Footprint Rounded Side Diameter: 60 mm
Docked Spindle Offset Depth: 19.7 mm
Docking Hardware‡‡: M3 Socket Head Cap Screw x 25 mm
Rotor Diameter: 50mm
Rotor Bore: 1/2 in hex with 7.5° half-angle taper
Shaft Retention Counter Bore Diameter: 17.75 mm
Shaft Retention Counter Bore Depth: 4 mm
Weight: 444.5 g (0.98 lbs)
Notes
†Pre-production motor testing. Updates with production motor data will be made if necessary.
††Firmware update will be required to access higher resolution encoder data
‡When docked with SPARK Flex or Vortex Solo Adapter
‡‡Docking hardware included with SPARK Flex or Vortex Solo Adapter
SPARK Flex Motor Controller
The SPARK Flex is a new smart motor controller that is compatible with the REV ION System. Its dockable form factor allows for the direct mounting onto a NEO Vortex, simplifying wiring while maintaining flexibility. Improving upon the foundation of the SPARK MAX, new features include 3-phase current sensing, reverse polarity protection, and an expanded Data Port with additional interfaces. When docked to an adapter, the SPARK Flex can control any existing NEO or compatible brushless/brushed DC motor.
Highlighted Features
Docking interface for motor phases and sensors 
USB type C configuration and control
PWM and CAN communication
Fully integrated power and control wires
Enhanced data port with more power, latching connector, and additional serial interfaces
Advanced motor control modes
Velocity
Position
Current
New modes with future firmware updates
3 phase current shunt measurement
Reverse polarity protection
Software
Configure and update through REV Hardware Client
Updates and new features are free forever, without subscriptions or licenses