Introduction
The main purpose of a ring limiter is to protect Voith-Schneider Propellers and their servos/actuators. In addition to this the CLIM (C-Limiter, C like the programming language that’s used to power it) also integrates some useful extras:
- Easy configuration with no software required
- Precise VSP center adjustment
- Custom ring radius adjustment
- Mapping of the radio stick radius to the ring radius (allows a more precise control of the vessel)
- Radio brand/function agnostic, get the full VSP experience with even the most basic Radio transmitter
Click here to visit the CLIM module page.
Click here to download the manual: English PDF
Technical specifications
| Supply Voltage (Ub): | 5-8V |
| Power consumption: | Standby current approx. 20 mA |
| Proportional inputs: | 4 inputs (X1-X4) • PWM (1000 - 2000 us) |
| Servo outputs: | 4 outputs (X12-X15) • PWM (1000 - 2000 us) |
| Additional ports: | BEC 5-8V power input (X0) |
| Protection features: | • Short circuit protection over BEC • Failsafe for proportional inputs (1500us) |
| CPU: | 32Mhz Harvard architecture |
| Operating temperature range: | 0 – 60° C |
| Maximal relative air humidity: | Max. 85 % |
| Dimensions: | 56 x 48 x 13 mm |
Requirements
The ring limiter works in a range from 5 V to 8 V. The idle current consumption is around 20mA.
The ring limiter can be powered via ports X1-X4, X12-X15 and the X0 port (BEC).
Usually, the current provided by an ESC should be sufficient. Passing the current through the receiver is at your own risk. There is a risk of current peaks burning out the receiver, especially older ones!
For the power supply, preferably use a 4-5A BEC, which is connected to port X0. The ring limiter has a dedicated 5V rail to handle those spikes.