A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor Aircraft Quadcopter Helicopter Documentation

KV Rating

2200

Voltage

2-4S LiPo

Current

10-20A

Power

250-400W

RPM

12000-15000

ESC Recommended

20A-30A

Weight

54g

Shaft Diameter

3.17mm

Mounting Holes

12mm x 12mm

Applications

The A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor is suitable for various aerial applications, including

Quadcopters

Helicopters

Drones

Aerial Photography and Videography

Racing and FPV (First-Person View)

Important Notes

It is essential to follow proper installation, configuration, and maintenance procedures to ensure the motor's optimal performance and longevity.

The motor should be used with a compatible electronic speed controller (ESC) and a suitable propeller.

Operating the motor outside its recommended specifications can result in reduced performance, overheating, or damage.

Pin Configuration

A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor Aircraft Quadcopter Helicopter Documentation
Motor Pinout Explanation
The A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor has three-phase connections, which are typically connected to an Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) to operate the motor. The motor has a total of 3 sets of wires, each set consisting of a positive, negative, and signal wire. Below is a detailed explanation of each pin and how to connect them:
Pinout Structure:
Phase A (A+, A-, A-sig)
+ A+ (Positive Wire): Red wire
+ A- (Negative Wire): Black wire
+ A-sig (Signal Wire): White or Yellow wire
Phase B (B+, B-, B-sig)
+ B+ (Positive Wire): Red wire
+ B- (Negative Wire): Black wire
+ B-sig (Signal Wire): White or Yellow wire
Phase C (C+, C-, C-sig)
+ C+ (Positive Wire): Red wire
+ C- (Negative Wire): Black wire
+ C-sig (Signal Wire): White or Yellow wire
Connection Explanation:
To connect the motor to an ESC, follow these steps:
1. Connect Phase A:
A+ (Red wire) to ESC's A+ (Motor positive) terminal
A- (Black wire) to ESC's A- (Motor negative) terminal
A-sig (White or Yellow wire) to ESC's A-sig (Motor signal) terminal
2. Connect Phase B:
B+ (Red wire) to ESC's B+ (Motor positive) terminal
B- (Black wire) to ESC's B- (Motor negative) terminal
B-sig (White or Yellow wire) to ESC's B-sig (Motor signal) terminal
3. Connect Phase C:
C+ (Red wire) to ESC's C+ (Motor positive) terminal
C- (Black wire) to ESC's C- (Motor negative) terminal
C-sig (White or Yellow wire) to ESC's C-sig (Motor signal) terminal
Important Notes:
Ensure the motor wires are securely connected to the ESC terminals to prevent overheating, damage, or electrical shock.
Verify the ESC's documentation for specific connection instructions, as the pinout may vary depending on the ESC model.
Use proper wire management and protection to prevent wire damage or electrical noise.
By following these instructions, you should be able to properly connect the A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor to an ESC and operate your aircraft quadcopter or helicopter safely and efficiently.

Code Examples

A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor Aircraft Quadcopter Helicopter Documentation

Overview

The A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor is a high-speed, high-torque motor designed for quadcopter and helicopter applications. With its 2200 Kv rating, this motor is optimized for high-RPM operations, making it an ideal choice for high-performance aerial vehicles.

Key Features

2200 Kv rating for high-RPM operations
 Brushless outrunner design for improved efficiency and reliability
 Suitable for quadcopter and helicopter applications
 High-torque output for optimal thrust and control

Technical Specifications

Motor Type: Brushless Outrunner
 Kv Rating: 2200
 Voltage: 12V
 Current: 12A
 Power: 144W
 Max RPM: 20,000
 Shaft: 3.17mm
 Mounting Holes: M3 x 16mm

Connecting the Motor

To connect the motor to a flight controller or other device, you will need to use a compatible ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) and connect the motor wires to the ESC outputs. The motor has three wires:

Yellow: Signal wire
 Red: Positive power wire
 Black: Negative power wire

Example Code 1: Using the Motor with an Arduino Flight Controller

In this example, we will use an Arduino board as a flight controller to control the motor speed. We will use the Arduino's built-in PWM capabilities to generate a signal to the ESC, which will then control the motor speed.

```cpp
#include <Arduino.h>

const int escPin = 9;  // PWM output pin for ESC signal
const int motorSpeed = 50;  // Initial motor speed (0-100)

void setup() {
  pinMode(escPin, OUTPUT);
}

void loop() {
  // Set motor speed to 50% using PWM
  analogWrite(escPin, motorSpeed  2.55);
  delay(20);
}
```

Example Code 2: Using the Motor with a Pixhawk Flight Controller

In this example, we will use a Pixhawk flight controller to control the motor speed. We will use the Pixhawk's built-in motor control library to generate a signal to the ESC.

```c
#include <Pixhawk.h>

const int motorPin = MOTOR_PIN(1);  // Pin for motor 1
const int motorSpeed = 50;  // Initial motor speed (0-100)

void setup() {
  pixhawk_init();
  motor_init(motorPin);
}

void loop() {
  // Set motor speed to 50% using Pixhawk motor control
  motor_set-speed(motorPin, motorSpeed);
  delay(20);
}
```

Example Code 3: Using the Motor with a Raspberry Pi and Python

In this example, we will use a Raspberry Pi as a flight controller and Python to generate a signal to the ESC using the RPi.GPIO library.

```python
import RPi.GPIO as GPIO
import time

GPIO.setmode(GPIO.BCM)
escPin = 18  # GPIO pin for ESC signal
GPIO.setup(escPin, GPIO.OUT)

motorSpeed = 50  # Initial motor speed (0-100)
pwm = GPIO.PWM(escPin, 50)  # 50 Hz PWM frequency
pwm.start(motorSpeed  2.55)  # Set motor speed to 50%

while True:
    time.sleep(0.02)  # 20ms delay
```

Note: The above examples are for illustration purposes only and may require additional configuration and tuning for optimal performance. It is recommended to consult the documentation for your specific flight controller or development board for more information on connecting and using the A2212 2200Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor.