Lynxmotion Smart Servo (LSS)
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Description
The Lynxmotion Smart Servo (LSS) are new compact, modular actuators which were design to be an evolution of the standard RC servo for use in multi degree-of-freedom robotics, animatronics, custom RC projects and more. The lineup currently includes three “smart servos” which differ in maximum torque and speed, and share the same dimensions, mounting points and output spline. The servos are core modules of the new Lynxmotion Servo Erector Set (S.E.S.) and a wide variety of modular brackets, mechanics and electronics have been designed around them. "Smart" means each servos' parameters are user modifiable and configurable, there is sensor feedback, built-in safety features, and they are although meant to be connected to a microcontroller, can be used as advanced RC actuators. The custom LSS serial protocol was built upon the SSC-32 / 32U protocol and makes communicating with and configuring the servos easy and intuitive.
Features
- Serial, RC PWM and continuous rotation modes
- Simple LSS Communication Protocol
- Button Menu, RGB LED
- Feedback: voltage, current, position, temperature, operating status and more.
- Configurable: center position, angular range, direction, speed and much more.
- All metal gears for high torque and reduced wear
- Libraries: Arduino, Python, ROS
- 12V nominal (3S LiPo ideal), 6-12V operation*
- Standard 24T output spline (compatible with accessories made for Hitec 422, 645MG servos)
- Many Mounting points, brackets, accessories
* Note that the servo's maximum speed and available torque both decrease with lower input voltage
Specifications
The easiest way to differentiate between the three models is based on the sticker, located at the rear of the servo. Lynxmotion software automatically determines which model is connected.
Pinout
Wiring
Power
Configurations
Dimensions
NOTE: The Lynxmotion Smart Servo motors, as well as the SES modular construction system is NOT open source. As such, RobotShop cannot provide the schematics for the electronics, nor any details relating to the components used internally. Opening the servos without the express permission from RobotShop will void the warranty.