Reading output from USB torque meter to control a motor

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Hi guys,

So I have a conundrum,

Basically I’m using a digital torque meter (MARK 10 model TT03) that has a USB connection. I want to know if I can use that USB connection on an arduino controller to shut down a motor once the value is 0 N/cm.

I assume that means the USB connection of the torque meter will give me an analogue output; is that a correct assumption? Also, can an arduino USB connection be used to control a motor or is the USB connection purely for the computer interface in order to program it?

I hope I’m being clear, otherwise I can draw what I mean; but it should be pretty straightforward

Thanks,

Looking forward to hear from you guys :slight_smile:

-Val

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The USB port on most arduinos is there to give you a serial console to the arduino. You need something that will be a USB Host. Like this: https://store.arduino.cc/usa/arduino-usb-host-shield

After that it seems pretty easy. The torque meter outputs readings over serial over USB.