Angular Range of Motion for 2 Limit Sensors in 83° Arc

[miloziz]

If I have 2 limit sensors set in a circular arc around a rotating servo motor, and the angle between them is 83°, approximately what is the angular range of motion that I can achieve? Please take into account, and let me know what clearances I need to be aware of (i.e. how many degrees clearance should I leave between the end of the range of motion, and when the limit sensor is tripped).

 

[mgb_phys]

Not sure what you are asking.
The sensor will have an angle range that it is held over.
So if trips ON when the wheel is over it there will be a finite angle before it is OFF.

 

[sir-pinski]

The angular range of motion that you can achieve with 2 limit sensors set in a circular arc with an angle of 83° would be approximately 166°. This is because the angle between the two sensors represents half of the total range of motion.

In terms of clearance, it is recommended to leave at least a few degrees of clearance between the end of the range of motion and when the limit sensor is tripped. This will ensure that the servo motor does not hit the physical limit and potentially cause damage to the motor or the sensors. A safe range of clearance would be around 5-10 degrees, but it is always best to leave a slightly larger margin for error.

It is also important to consider the accuracy and precision of the limit sensors themselves. Depending on the quality and calibration of the sensors, there may be some slight variation in the actual angle at which they are triggered. Therefore, it is advisable to test and adjust the sensors to ensure they are triggering at the desired angle for optimal performance.

In conclusion, with 2 limit sensors set in a circular arc with an angle of 83°, you can achieve an angular range of motion of approximately 166° while leaving a few degrees of clearance for safety purposes. However, it is important to also consider the accuracy and precision of the sensors in order to achieve the desired results.