SEVCON Gen4 Size-4

Datasheet 3D Model User Manual

Summary

• Exceptional motor controller for PMSM
• Advanced control & safety features that are highly configurable
• Four versions: 24V, 48V, 80V, 120V DC
• 227 x 168 x 78mm, 2.6kg
• IP66

Introduction

The Gen4 range represents a well established design in compact AC controllers. These reliable controllers are intended for on-road and off-road electric vehicles and feature the smallest size in the industry for their power capacity. Thanks to the high efficiency it is possible to integrate these controllers into very tight spaces without sacrificing performance.

The design has been optimised for the lowest possible installed cost while maintaining superior reliability in the most demanding applications.

Features

• Advanced Field Oriented Control
• AC Permanent Magnet Synchronous motor control, including salient, non-salient and BLDC motors
• AC induction motor control
• CAN communications bus allows for easy interconnection of controllers and devices such as Battery Management Systems, displays and VCUs
• CANopen protocols
• Configurable as a vehicle control master or as a motor control slave
• Autocheck system diagnostic
• Hardware & software failsafe watchdog operation
• Integrated fuse holder
• IP66 protection
• Highly configurable

Integrated I/O

Gen4 includes a fully-integrated set of inputs and outputs (I/0) designed to handle a wide range of vehicle requirements. This eliminate the need for additional external I/O modules or vehicle controllers and connectors.

• 8 digital inputs
• 2 analogue inputs (can be configured as digital)
• 3 contactor/solenoid outputs
• 1 encoder supply output – programmable 5 V or 10 V
• Motor temperature sensor input
• Motor encoders supported include UVW hall effect sensors, Sin/Cos sensors and incremental AB encoders

Key Parameters

Weight	2.6 kg
Dimensions	24 × 18 × 9 cm
Motor Type	AC Induction, PMAC, PMSM, BLDC
Application	Traction, Pump
Nominal Voltage	24-120V
Nominal Current	300A-450A