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ACS Series Vehicle Controllers

Our sixth generation of low-voltage pump and traction motor controllers sets new standards of quality, reliability, versatility and value—the result of our longtime experience with a global installed base. Available in voltages from 24-80V and power levels from 5 to 50kVA, the AC Superdrive (ACS) can accommodate almost any battery-powered electric vehicle application, communicating via CANopen or optional vehicle control I/O.

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 Features

  • Up to 47% smaller than previous-generation controllers at the same power ratings
  • The latest MOSFET and microcontroller technology for robust, reliable, efficient operation
  • Supports AC induction, permanent magnet AC synchronous, and brushless DC motors
  • Standard features—such as hill-hold, programmable braking/acceleration characteristics and best performance curve—are supported in firmware
  • Optimal efficiency through state-of-the-art AC technology with flux vector control
  • X-SMALL drive has a “Combi” option with an integrated output to control a series pump motor as well as AC traction
  • Available with finned or flat heat sink for easy integration in a wide range of vehicle designs
  • Available as I/O version (35-pin interface) or CAN slave version (23-pin interface)
  • I/O version allows vehicle control to reside in the ACS, directly interfacing with vehicle logic
  • Wide range of voltages and power levels, supporting most battery-powered vehicle needs
  • All versions have integrated CAN bus with support for diagnostics and software download
  • Industry-standard CANopen protocol for reliable communication in the vehicle
  • Peer-to-peer communication allows masterless communication between nodes on the CAN bus

 

Benefits

  • ACS Gen 6 offers a new and improved software platform, allowing extensive functional customizations for optimal integration into the target vehicle
  • Powerful ARM processor and operating system allows parallel execution of customized vehicle control and motor control tasks
  • Extensive event handling and data logging simplifies troubleshooting and minimizes vehicle downtime
  • Best-in-class quality and reliability, thanks to Kollmorgen’s superior design and manufacturing processes
  • Rugged, dust- and water-protected design for safe operation in adverse environments
  • Quality software, designed to meet Automotive SPICE standards
  • Total software configurability eliminates all operator adjustments and ensures absolutely reproducible performance of identically configured ACS controllers