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Motor Controllers
CONTROLLER MODEL SELECTION
To select the right motor controller for your vehicle, please choose from the three key defining parameters. You may choose to see controllers by selecting one or more criteria to determine the specific controller model. The more criteria combinations you choose the more tightly the search will focus.
Motor Type
Application/Function
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
AC F2-A
This AC motor controller uses dual high performance ARM Cortex microprocessors in a compact, package to deliver unmatched performance and a very flexible feature set.
Model AC F2-A is optimized for use as a traction controller on 1.0 ton-2.0 ton Class III pedestrian-operated powered pallet trucks. The controller is also suitable for traction or hydraulic pump control on other types of battery powered vehicles. Vehicle designers can define and control the dynamic performance of vehicles’ drivetrains. Model AC F2-A is also a powerful system controller that can operate as a commander device on the CANbus.
Model AC F2-A is optimized for use as a traction controller on 1.0 ton-2.0 ton Class III pedestrian-operated powered pallet trucks. The controller is also suitable for traction or hydraulic pump control on other types of battery powered vehicles. Vehicle designers can define and control the dynamic performance of vehicles’ drivetrains. Model AC F2-A is also a powerful system controller that can operate as a commander device on the CANbus.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
12V
24V
36V
48V
24V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
240Arms
AC F2-C
Curtis Model AC F2-C is an integrated AC Traction and DC Pump System Controller. The AC F2-C consists of an AC motor controller and a Half-bridge DC hydraulic pump and proportional valve control system. The AC F2-C uses dual ARM Cortex microprocessors to provide high performance and category 2 functional safety.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
280Arms
AC F2-T/AC F2-D
The Curtis Model AC F2-T integrates three separate motor controllers into a compact, rugged unit. The AC F2-T provides independent control of dual AC induction or PMAC traction motors and control of a DC hydraulic pump motor. Curtis Model AC F2-D provides a dual traction-only version without the DC Pump Control.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
240Arms+280A
AC F3-C
Curtis Model AC F3-C is an integrated AC Traction and DC Pump System Controller. The AC F3-C consists of an AC motor controller and a Half-bridge DC hydraulic pump and proportional valve control system. The AC F3-C uses dual ARM Cortex microprocessors to provide high performance and category 2 functional safety.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Combined AC Traction and DC Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
375Arms
AC F4-A
The Curtis Model AC F4-A Motor Controller provides accurate speed and torque control of 3-phase AC induction and PMAC motors.
The AC F4-A uses dual, high-performance ARM Cortex microprocessors to ensure the highest possible levels of functional safety, while providing highly efficient motor control and flexible system control capabilities.
The AC F4-A uses dual, high-performance ARM Cortex microprocessors to ensure the highest possible levels of functional safety, while providing highly efficient motor control and flexible system control capabilities.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
500Arms
AC F4-AE
The Curtis Model AC F4-AE Motor Controller provides accurate speed and torque control of 3-phase AC induction, PMAC and BLDC motors.
The AC F4-AE is specifically designed for light on-road vehicles such as auto rickshaws, golf carts, multi-person vehicles (MPVs) and motorbikes.
The AC F4-AE is specifically designed for light on-road vehicles such as auto rickshaws, golf carts, multi-person vehicles (MPVs) and motorbikes.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
36V
48V
48V
Maximum Current
400A
AC F6-A
The Curtis Model AC F6-A Motor Controller provides accurate speed and torque control of 3-phase AC induction, PMAC, and BLDC motors.
The AC F6-A uses dual, high-performance ARM Cortex microprocessors to ensure the highest possible levels of functional safety, while providing highly efficient motor control and flexible system control capabilities.
The AC F6-A uses dual, high-performance ARM Cortex microprocessors to ensure the highest possible levels of functional safety, while providing highly efficient motor control and flexible system control capabilities.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
12V
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
450Arms-650Arms
AC F10-A
The Curtis Model AC F10-A Motor Controller provides accurate speed and torque control of 3-phase AC induction, PMAC, and BLDC motors. The AC F10-A uses dual, high-performance ARM Cortex microprocessors to ensure the highest possible levels of functional safety, while providing highly efficient motor control and flexible system control capabilities.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
PMAC
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
12V
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
550Arms-1000Arms
HVi F5-R
The Curtis Model HVi F5-R AC Motor Controller has an operating voltage range of 150–525V, 200A peak power, and 100A continuous power. Model HVi F5-R provides accurate speed and torque control of 3 phase AC induction and PMAC motors.
The HVi F5-R provides a category 2 designated architecture for functional safety. The controller is designed for electric traction, hydraulic pump and on-engine generator (OEG) hybrid systems on mobile equipment applications such as material handling trucks, mobile elevating work platforms, airport ground support and construction equipment.
The HVi F5-R provides a category 2 designated architecture for functional safety. The controller is designed for electric traction, hydraulic pump and on-engine generator (OEG) hybrid systems on mobile equipment applications such as material handling trucks, mobile elevating work platforms, airport ground support and construction equipment.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
200VDC+
Maximum Current
200A
1222
The Curtis Model 1222 is an AC induction motor controller for 'steer by wire' electric power steering systems. In these systems, the steering motor functions as an actuator to change the angle of the vehicle's steered wheel(s) and so change the direction of travel.
Motor Type
AC Induction
Application/Function
Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
70Arms
1232E
The Curtis model 1232E provides advanced control of AC induction motors performing on-vehicle traction drive or hydraulic pump duties and offers the highest levels of functional safety.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
150Arms
1232SE
The Curtis 'SE' AC controllers utilize the latest technology to increase the peak current ratings for each size of controller. For a given rating, the SE models are smaller and lower cost than previous Curtis AC controllers, benefits that are highly advantageous for all types of applications.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
375Arms
1234E
The Curtis model 1234E provides advanced control of AC induction motors performing on-vehicle traction drive or hydraulic pump duties, and offers the highest levels of functional safety
Motor Type
AC Induction
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
250Arms
1234SE
The Curtis 'SE' AC controllers utilize the latest technology to increase the peak current ratings for each size of controller. For a given rating, the SE models are smaller and lower cost than previous Curtis AC controllers, benefits that are highly advantageous for all types of applications.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
500Arms
1236E
Curtis Models 1236E and 1238E provide advanced control of AC induction motors performing on-vehicle traction drive or hydraulic pump duties. They offer vehicle developers a highly cost-effective combination of power, performance and functionality
Motor Type
AC Induction
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
350Arms
1236SE
The Curtis 'SE' AC controllers utilize the latest technology to increase the peak current ratings for each size of controller. For a given rating, the SE models are smaller and lower cost than previous Curtis AC controllers, benefits that are highly advantageous for all types of applications.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
Maximum Current
650Arms
1238E
Curtis Models 1236E and 1238E provide advanced control of AC induction motors performing on-vehicle traction drive or hydraulic pump duties. They offer vehicle developers a highly cost-effective combination of power, performance and functionality.
Motor Type
AC Induction
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
800Arms
1238SE
The Curtis 'SE' AC controllers utilize the latest technology to increase the peak current ratings for each size of controller. For a given rating, the SE models are smaller and lower cost than previous Curtis AC controllers, benefits that are highly advantageous for all types of applications.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
36V
48V
60V
72V
80V
84V
96V
Maximum Current
1000Arms
1239E
The Curtis Model 1239E with isolated 12V logic provides energy efficient control of asynchronous AC induction motors performing on-vehicle traction drive duties. It offers vehicle developers a highly cost-effective combination of power, performance and functionality.
Motor Type
AC Induction
PMAC
PMAC
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
72V
80V
84V
96V
108V
120V
144V
80V
84V
96V
108V
120V
144V
Maximum Current
650Arms
1266
Curtis Model 1266 A/R SepEx® controllers are programmable and microprocessor based, with an advanced MOSFET power section for smooth and seamless control of separately excited motors.
Motor Type
SepEx®
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
36V
48V
48V
Maximum Current
350A
1268
Curtis PMC Model 1268 SepEx® controllers are programmable and microprocessor based, with an advanced MOSFET power section for smooth and seamless control of separately excited motors.
Motor Type
SepEx®
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
36V
48V
48V
Maximum Current
500A
1212
The Curtis Model 1212 Motor Speed Controller provides precise and smooth control of permanent magnet drive motors for battery powered vehicles.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
70A
1212BL
The Curtis Model 1212BL Motor Speed Controllers provide efficient, optimal control of Brushless DC (BLDC) drive motors for battery powered vehicles. The 1212BL is optimized for use on small/micro Class III pallet trucks and sweeper scrubber floorcare machines. Highly flexible programmability allows model 1212BL controllers to be applied on any low power BLDC motor application.
Motor Type
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
36V
48V
48V
Maximum Current
70A
1212C
The Curtis Model 1212C Motor Speed Controller provides efficient, optimal control of permanent magnet drive motors for battery powered industrial vehicles.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
90A
1212E
The Curtis Model 1212E Motor Controllers provide efficient, optimal control of Brushed Permanent Magnet (PM) motors for battery powered vehicles. The 1212E is optimized for use on light duty Class III pallet trucks and floor care machines such as sweepers and scrubbers.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
90A
1212P
The Curtis Model 1212P Motor Speed Controller provides efficient, optimal control of permanent magnet drive motors for battery powered industrial vehicles.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
90A
1212S
The Curtis Model 1212P and 1212S Motor Speed Controllers provide efficient, optimal control of permanent magnet drive motors for battery powered industrial vehicles. Optimized for use on light-duty Class III pallet trucks and similar electric industrial vehicles. The 1212P & S's programmability allows them to be applied on any low power PM motor application.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
36V
Maximum Current
125A
1220
The Curtis Model 1220 is a brushed DC permanent magnet motor controller for electric power steering, steer-by-wire systems and only works with Curtis VCL enabled AC traction controllers. The steering motor functions as an actuator to change the angle of the wheel(s) thereby changing travel direction. Model 1220 interprets the steering command input and wheel position feedback, driving the steering motor to move the wheel to the desired position.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
50A
1220E
The Curtis Model 1220E is a brushed DC permanent magnet motor controller for electric power steering and steer-by-wire systems. This controller is exclusively designed for Curtis Vehicle Control Language (VCL) enabled AC-traction controllers. The steering motor functions as an actuator to change the travel trajectory by changing the angle of the wheels.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
70A
1229
The Curtis Model 1229 is a heavy-duty controller intended for demanding traction applications in hostile environments. It is sealed to IP65 and utilizes an advanced powerful dual-microprocessor logic architecture for EN ISO 13849 compliance and also features CANbus, 4 x 10A auxiliary drivers and a flexible I/O mapping function.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
275A
1204M
Curtis Models 1204M/1205M provide fully programmable control of DC series motors performing on-vehicle traction or pump duties. These microprocessor-based MOSFET controllers add flexibility and versatility to the time-proven Curtis series motor controller family.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
36V
48V
60V
72V
Maximum Current
500A
1205M
Curtis Models 1204M/1205M provide fully programmable control of DC series motors performing on-vehicle traction or pump duties. These microprocessor-based MOSFET controllers add flexibility and versatility to the time-proven Curtis series motor controller family.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
60V
72V
36V
48V
60V
72V
Maximum Current
500A
1209M
Curtis Models 1209M/1221M provide fully programmable control of DC series motors performing on-vehicle traction or pump duties. These microprocessor-based MOSFET controllers add flexibility and versatility to the time-proven Curtis series motor controller family.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
36V
48V
60V
72V
48V
60V
72V
Maximum Current
450A
1216
The Curtis Model 1216 is a highly cost-effective hydraulic pump controller for use with series wound DC motors. It provides exceptional value for on-vehicle hydraulic pump motor applications such as scissor lifts and other types of mobile elevating work platforms.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
Maximum Current
360A
1221M
Curtis Models 1209M/1221M provide fully programmable control of DC series motors performing on-vehicle traction or pump duties. These microprocessor-based MOSFET controllers add flexibility and versatility to the time-proven Curtis series motor controller family.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Traction
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
48V
60V
72V
60V
72V
Maximum Current
550A
1253
Model 1253 is a high-power hydraulic pump controller which provides both digital input and analog throttle based control of DC series wound motors. It features microprocessor based logic with programmable parameters and offers maximum flexibility for minimum cost.
Motor Type
Series
Application/Function
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
48V
80V
80V
Maximum Current
600A
1226
The Curtis Model 1226 Motor Speed Controllers provide efficient, optimal control of permanent magnet drive motors for battery powered vehicles. Optimized for use on light duty Class III pallet trucks and sweeper scrubber floorcare machines. Highly flexible programmability allows them to be applied on any low power PM motor application.
Motor Type
Brushed DC Permanent Magnet
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
150A
1226BL
The Curtis Model 1226BL Motor Speed Controllers provide efficient, optimal control of Brushless DC drive motors for battery powered vehicles. Optimized for use on light duty Class III pallet trucks and sweeper scrubber floorcare machines. Highly flexible programmability allows them to be applied on any low power BLDC motor application.
Motor Type
Brushless DC (BLDC)
Application/Function
Traction
Pump
Pump
Nominal Voltage Range (VDC)
24V
36V
48V
36V
48V
Maximum Current
90-150Arms
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