FDCAN Motor Controller 80A 60V DC

The FDCAN Motor Controller 80A 60V DC is a highly integrated brushless motor controller engineered specifically for the rigorous demands of advanced mobile robotics. Delivering exceptional performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability, this drive is an ideal solution for both R&D prototyping and scalable series-produced robots. Designed for rapid integration, it pairs seamlessly with CANdle devices for immediate testing and iteration. For production environments, it functions as a robust standalone controller equipped with comprehensive motion control capabilities.

Core Technical Specifications

Operating Voltage: Up to 60V DC
Peak Motor Current: 80 A
Form Factor: ∅55 mm diameter
Mass: 16g (Ultra-lightweight profile)
Communication Interface: FDCAN supporting data rates up to 8 Mbps
Onboard Sensing: Integrated 14-bit Absolute Encoder

Connectivity & I/O

Auxiliary connector for external on-axis and off-axis ring encoders
Auxiliary connector for external RS422 ring encoder (available on request)
Dedicated auxiliary connector for brake and limit switch integration
Optional Features: Software-controlled FDCAN termination, RS422 support

Control Architecture & Software

Supported Motion Modes: Position and Velocity (PID + profile), Impedance (PD), and Torque (PI)
Ecosystem Compatibility: Plug-and-play setup with CANdle and CANdle HAT hardware
Development Support: Out-of-the-box compatibility with ROS / ROS2 drivers, supported by robust C++ and Python libraries

Target Applications

This controller is optimized for high-performance mobile platforms and autonomous systems, including: legged robots, exoskeletons, Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), drones, wheeled robotic platforms, and collaborative robots (cobots).