Blue Robotics

Basic ESC 500 - Standard

£109.99

This bidirectional speed controller is similar to our original Basic ESC, but suited for the high power requirements of the T500 Thruster, even when in a space with poor airflow and cooling, like inside an ROV enclosure. It comes in two versions: a standard version for most applications and a BlueBoat version for use in the BlueBoat USV.

£109.99

Product Description

The Basic ESC 500 is a high-power electronic speed controller (ESC) for three-phase brushless motor like Blue Robotics’ thrusters and motors. It has a 50A current rating suitable for both the T200 and T500 Thrusters and is suited to operate in poorly cooled installations, such as in an ROV enclosure.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Electrical
Voltage	7–26 V (2–6S)
Max Current (Constant)	50 A (depending on cooling)
BEC	5 V (BlueBoat variant only)
BEC Max Current ¹	4 A
Physical
Size (LxWxH)	78 x 31 x 20.5 mm (standard variant) 78 x 31 x 22.5 mm (BlueBoat variant)
Weight	80 g	0.176 lb
Power Connector	XT90 male (standard variant) #10 Spade connector (BlueBoat variant)
Motor Connectors	4 mm Female bullet (standard variant) MT60 female (BlueBoat variant)
Signal Connector	3-pin servo connector (0.1” pitch) (ground, blank, signal)
5 V BEC Connector	#6 Spade connector (BlueBoat variant only)
Pulse Width Signal
Signal Voltage	3.3–5 V
Update Rate	50–500 Hz
Stopped	1500 μs
Max Forward	1900 μs
Max Reverse	1100 μs
Firmware Defaults
Directionality	Bidirectional (center throttle is zero/stopped)
Thermal Protection	Temperature	Motor Power Limit
	≥140℃	75%
	≥145℃	50%
	≥150℃	25%
	≥155℃	0%
¹ Dependent on cooling and ESC maximum throttle use.