Carotron RCP200 DC Drive Controller Power Module

Carotron's RCP200 DC Drive Controller Power Module is a regenerative DC motor controller designed for 1/4–5 HP applications, providing precise, adjustable speed and torque control for industrial DC motors. It features an isolated control circuit and an internal current loop for fast, stable response, with IC-regulated power supplies, high-frequency multi-pulse gating, and protective elements such as line fuses and a MOV/snubber for transient protection. The unit offers independent acceleration and deceleration in both forward and reverse directions, plus separate maximum speed settings and current limits (up to 190%), enabling fine-tuned performance across varying loads. A jumper-selectable current range and a speed/torque mode selector let you tailor control behavior, while armature or tachometer feedback is selectable via switch, with tach feedback options of 7 or 50 VDC per 1,000 RPM. Terminal connections are clearly labeled to simplify wiring, and the design emphasizes noise rejection through RC decoupling of signal inputs. The RCP200 is intended for compact, economical control of DC drives in equipment where regenerative braking energy can be returned to the supply, such as conveyors, presses, and other automated machinery requiring reliable speed regulation and repeatable torque characteristics.