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@MysticalDork

If you were to short out the three phase wires, then it would generate a LOT of current, because it would be feeding into a dead short.

That’s the basis of this

How to hand-test a BLDC motor [SERIOUS]

Sometimes if you’re buying used, or troubleshooting, and need a quick way to see if anything might be wrong, you can test a BLDC motor with only your hands. It’s not the most accurate test in the world, but catches most problems. [f5c1e17e62e9f244432bf763be93746978c88931%20(copy)] Ensure motor phase wires are not connected to an ESC or anything else. Verify the motor spins without grinding or rubbing. Put a tad of sideways stress on the shaft and push it and pull it (while turning) to veri…

@annihil8ted

Ahhh I had always assumed that there would be a reverse signal coming from the VESC. I know it’s possible to do so but I guess standard programming of the VESC is purely brake and no reverse.

I think if you connect a brushed DC motor to the VESC, it might do that. I’m not sure. With a BLDC (3 phase AC) motor though it acts as @MysticalDork described.