CANopen Motor Controller 80A: High-Performance Brushless Motor Driver

The CANopen Motor Controller 80A is a highly integrated brushless motor controller engineered specifically to meet the demanding requirements of mobile robotics and industrial automation. Designed for exceptional performance, energy efficiency, and reliability, it is the optimal choice for both advanced R&D prototyping and series-produced robotic systems.

With its native CANopen communication interface, the CANopen Motor Controller 80A facilitates seamless integration with main industrial controllers, such as PLCs. During the prototyping phase, it integrates effortlessly with external setup devices (such as CANdle) for rapid testing, configuration, and iterative refinement. For full-scale production, it transitions into a robust, standalone solution equipped with comprehensive motion control capabilities to elevate your hardware architecture.

Technical Specifications

  • Operating Voltage: Up to 48V DC
  • Peak Motor Current: 80 A
  • Dimensions: ∅55 mm
  • Mass: 15g
  • Communication Interface: CANopen
  • Feedback System: Onboard 14-bit Absolute Encoder
  • Motion Control Modes: Position and velocity (PID + trajectory profile), Impedance (PD), Torque (PI)

Auxiliary Connectivity

  • Dedicated connector for external on-axis and off-axis ring encoders
  • Dedicated connector for external RS422 ring encoder (available on request)
  • Dedicated connector for brake or limit switch implementation

Ecosystem & Integration

  • Software Integration: Plug-and-play compatibility with ROS / ROS2 drivers, fully supported by comprehensive C++ and Python libraries.
  • Configuration: Streamlined setup process via compatible CANdle and CANdle HAT hardware.
  • Optional Features: Software FDCAN termination control, RS422 interface.

Target Applications

Engineered for mission-critical robotics and mobile platforms, including: legged robots, exoskeletons, ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles), AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), drones, wheeled mobile platforms, and collaborative robots (cobots).

Setup Contents

  • CANopen Motor Controller 80A
  • Connection Cable
  • Encoder Magnet