DC Brush Motor Connections

The configuration shown in DC Brush Motor Configuration is an example of a typical DC brush motor connection. Refer to DC Brush Motor Phasing for information on motor phasing.

Figure: DC Brush Motor Configuration

Table: Wire Colors for Aerotech-Supplied DC Brush Motor Cables

Pin

Wire Color Set 1(1)

Wire Color Set 2

Wire Color Set 3

Green & White & Shield (2)

Green/Yellow & Shield

Green/Yellow & Shield

A

Red & Orange

Red

Red & Orange

C

Yellow & Blue

Black

Yellow & Blue

(1) Wire Color Set #1 is the typical wire set used by Aerotech.

(2) “&” (Red & Orange) indicates two wires; “ / ” (Green/White) indicates a single wire.