Applied Motion RS-232 - Manual (Page 89)

89 920-0002 Rev. I
2/2013
Host Command Reference
GC - Current Command
Compatibility: Servo drives only
Affects:
Commanded motor current
See also: CM command
Sets or requests the immediate current command for the servo motor and drive when the servo drive is set for
Command Mode 1 (CM1).
NOTE: Setting this value may make the servo motor run to a very high speed, especially if there is no load on the
motor. Take care when using this command.
Command Details:
Structure GC{Parameter #1}
Type IMMEDIATE
Usage READ/WRITE
Non-Volatile Yes
Register Access “G” (023)
Command Details:
Parameter #1 RMS Current
- units 0.01 amps rms
- range -2000 to +2000 (+/- 20 amps rms)
Examples:
Command Drive sends Notes
CM1 - Set servo drive to Commanded Current Command Mode
GC100 - Set current to motor at 1 A rms
GC-100 - Set current to motor at -1 A rms (opposite direction)