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DMC 60™ Reference Manual
The DMC 60's aluminum case is electrically isolated and may be mounted directly to a robot using zip-ties or #8-32
screws. The case may become hot after pro-longed use in high current applications. For optimum performance it is
recommended that the DMC 60 be mounted in a location that allows airflow over the top of the case and around
both sides of the case.
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Connecting Input Power
Connect the black wire (labeled GND on the housing) of the DMC 60 to the ground, or negative terminal of the
chosen power source. Connect the Red Wire (labeled V+ on the housing) of the DMC60 to the positive terminal of
the chosen power source.
When powering the DMC 60 via a Power Distribution Panel (PDP) this typically means connecting the Red Wire of
the DMC 60 to the Red Terminal of the PDP and the Black Wire of the DMC 60 to the Black Terminal of the PDP.
The DMC 60 does not feature output short circuit protection, and as such, shorting the output leads can result in
catastrophic failure; therefore, it is recommended that a 40 Amp breaker (or fuse) be placed in line with the DMC
60's positive input lead (Red Wire).
Note: the DMC 60 does NOT include input reverse polarity protection. Reversing the polarity of the inputs may
cause permanent damage to the DMC 60.
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Connecting the Output
Connect the green wire (labeled M- on the housing) to the negative lead of the motor. Connect the white wire
(labeled M+ on the housing) to the positive lead of the motor. The stall current associated with the motor may be
very high. Therefore, it is recommended that these connections be made through crimped connectors or by
soldering the leads directly together.
If the DMC 60 output leads aren't long enough to reach the motor, then they may be extended. It is recommended
that 12 AWG (or thicker) stranded wire be used and that the wires be soldered directly together.
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