The SPARK Flex is a new smart motor controller that is compatible with the REV ION System. Its dockable form factor allows for the direct mounting onto a NEO Vortex, simplifying wiring while maintaining flexibility. Improving upon the foundation of the SPARK MAX Motor Controller, new features include 3-phase current sensing, reverse polarity protection, and an expanded Data Port with additional interfaces. When docked to an adapter, the SPARK Flex can control any existing NEO or compatible brushless/brushed DC motor.

Add a SPARK Flex Data Port Breakout Cable or SPARK Flex Data Port Pigtail Cable to unlock the full potential of the SPARK Flex with the ability to add a REV Through Bore Encoder, quadrature and absolute encoders, limit switches and even utilize analog inputs!

Features

Docking interface for motor phases and sensors
USB type C configuration and control
PWM and CAN communication
Fully integrated power and control wires
Enhanced data port with more power, latching connector, and additional serial interfaces
Advanced motor control modes

Velocity
Position
Current
New modes with future firmware updates

3 phase current shunt measurement
Reverse polarity protection
Software

Configure and update through REV Hardware Client
Updates and new features are free forever, without subscriptions or licenses

Specifications

Input Voltage (Nominal): 12 V
Operating Voltage Range: 6 V^† - 24 V
Absolute Maximum Voltage: 30 V
60 A Continuous Current Time: 3 min
Peak Current (2 second surge): 100 A
Through Bore Diameter: 16.5mm (0.649in)
Mounting Footprint Narrow Side Width: 2in
Mounting Footprint Rounded Side Diameter: 60mm
Mounting Holes: #10-32 on 2in bolt circle
Mounting Hole Maximum Depth: 0.25in
Body Length (Not Docked): 28.2mm
Docking Hardware (Included): M3 SHCS x 25mm
Power Wires
- Length: 450mm (17.72in)
- 12AWG
Control Wires
- Length: 450mm (17.72in)
- 26AWG
Weight (w/ wires): 142g (0.31lbs)
Notes
- ^†6 V minimum for 5 V dataport output. 4.5 V minimum before full brownout

NEO Vortex & SPARK Flex System Features

#10-32 threaded holes on a 2in bolt circle
NEO Vortex Brushless Motor and SPARK Flex Motor Controller's silhouette fits behind a standard 2in rectangular tube
1/2in hex through-bore rotor compatible with any length hex shaft or application-specific Vortex Shafts: