PARK MAX is the newest member of the SPARK Motor Controller family. Building on the robust foundation of the original, SPARK MAX incorporates advanced brushed and brushless DC motor control in a small and easy-to-use package with PWM, CAN, and USB connectivity.
Never before has an FRC motor controller featured a built-in USB interface for configuration and control. Users can test prototypes and tune parameters without needing the full control system. SPARK MAX is a true all-in-one controller that will push the envelope for teams.
SPARK MAX Motor Controllers purchased after May 12, 2021 ship with the V2 versions of the SPARK MAX CAN Cable V2 (REV-11-1880).
Firmware Update
All SPARK MAX Motor Controllers purchased on or after 11/18/2019 ship with version 1.4.0 firmware.
Please see the SPARK MAX Software Resources for the latest firmware and update instructions.
Features
Brushed and sensored-brushless motor control
PWM, CAN*, and USB* control interfaces
USB configuration and control
USB type C connector
Rapid configuration with a PC
Save/load configurations
Realistic prototyping using the actual control parameters
Smart control modes
Closed-loop control
Follower mode
Data port
Analog input
Limit switch input
Quadrature encoder input with index
Brushless DC sensor connector
3-phase hall sensors
Motor temperature sensor
Compatible with the following motors
Brushless DC
NEO Brushless Motor
NEO 550 Brushless Motor
Brushed DC
CIM/Mini CIM Motors
775Pro/Redline Motors
BAG Motor
Virtually any 12V brushed DC motor**
*CAN and USB control is supported for the FRC roboRIO and REV Hardware Client. Other platforms are not currently supported.
**Check that motor specifications do not exceed the maximum electrical specification of the SPARM MAX.
Specifications
Input Voltage (nominal): 12V
Operating Voltage Range: 5.5V - 24V
Absolute Maximum Voltage: 30V
Continuous Current: 60A
Peak Current (2 second surge): 100A
Dimensions: 70mm x 35mm x 25.5mm (2.756" x 1.378" x 1.004")
Weight: 0.25lbs (113.3g)
Kit Contents
QTY 1 - SPARK MAX Motor Controller
QTY 1 - USB-A male to USB-C cable
QTY 1 - SPARK MAX CAN Cable V2 (REV-11-1880)
QTY 1 - 4-pin JST to single PWM cable
QTY 1 - Cable Retention clip
QTY 1 - Port Saver cap