# Overview & Features

The Kraken X44 powered by Talon FX is a Kraken X44 motor with an integrated Talon FX controller. This combines the best-in-class performance of the Kraken X44 with the latest technology from Cross The Road Electronics.&#x20;

## At a Glance

* Integrated brushless motor and controller
* Built-in high resolution encoder
* FOC capable (with purchase of Phoenix Pro license)
* Integrates with CTR software and hardware ecosystem
* Modular wiring

## Electrical

* Communication Protocols: PWM, CAN
* Accommodates operating voltage up to 24V
  * Min/Max Voltage: 6V - 24V
* Reverse polarity protection
* PWM Input Pulse (High Time): 1 – 2 ms Nominal
* PWM Input Rate (Period): 2.9 – 100ms
* Deadband: Configurable in Phoenix
* PWM Deadband: 4%

## Expert Control

The Talon FX provides access to the full CTR Software Ecosystem.

### Software

* Supported Commutation Types: Trapezoidal and FOC
* DutyCycle and Voltage Control Output Types
* Motion Magic motion profiles
* Brake configuration via Brake/Coast config in API or Phoenix Tuner X
* Reset to Factory Default via Phoenix Tuner X
* Out-of-the-box PWM Calibration compatible with FRC
* CAN bus or PWM control automatically detected over the same wires (pioneering feature of CTR-Electronics controllers)
* LED indicators blinking proportionately to output speed for easier debugging
* Follower Mode - Talon FX can auto follow output of another Talon FX or Talon FXS
* Integrated PID control running at 1Khz
* Independent limits for supply current and stator current
* Phoenix 6 API Compatible


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