Building on the robust foundation of the original SPARK, the SPARK MAX Motor Controller 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
- NEO Brushless Motor
- NEO 550 Brushless Motor
- CIM/Mini CIM Motors
- 775Pro/Redline Motors
- BAG Motor
- Virtually any 12V brushed DC motor**

Brushless DC
Brushed DC

*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 SPARK 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 (2.756in x 1.378in x 1.004in)
Weight: 0.25lbs (113.3g)
Wire length (motor wires): ~5.75in (146mm)
Wire length (power wires): ~5.75in (146mm)
Included 4-pin JST-PH to CAN cable
- SPARK MAX CAN Cable V2 (REV-11-1880)
  - Wire length: ~7in (178mm)
Included 4-pin JST-PH to single PWM cable
- SPARK MAX PWM Cable (REV-11-1274)
  - Wire length: ~7.75in (197mm)