APS3-Inverters

Quality and reliability

Features a rugged design suitable for the most demanding environments. Protected against the ingress of dust and water to an IP65 rating.

Exact flexibility

The logic platform offers unparalleled flexibility in software customization, as well as adherence to demanding functional safety requirements.

Safety certified

To ensure sustainable functional safety and electrical safety both on-road and off-road, we work according to the latest standards used in the industry.

Cybersecurity

Security and safety are key! We use best-practice cybersecurity management according to established standards, we stay up to date and vigilant!

APS3 Inverters

THE OPTIMAL FIT TO ALL VEHICLE TYPES

The 3rd generation Advanced Power Steering (APS) controller has been meticulously engineered to fulfill the requirements set forth by the European standards for functional safety. The APS directly interfaces a variety of steering input devices and motor types. It can function and operate in a stand-alone steering system, or as a part of an overall CAN open-based vehicle system. The product range covers a wide variety of vehicle applications including Class 1, 2, and 3 lift trucks.

Features

Rugged design suitable for the demanding environment of electric vehicles. Protected against ingress of dust and water to IP65
Software platform allows extensive functional customizations for optimal integration in target vehicle, without compromising safety supervision functionality
Primary ARM processor and operating system allows parallel execution of customized vehicle and motor control tasks
Second ARM processor for redundant supervision according to ISO13849-1, category 3
Extensive and powerful event handling and data logging simplifies troubleshooting and minimizes vehicle down time
Supports AC induction, AC synchronous and brushless DC motors
Small physical size with flat heat sink for flexible integration
High side output with dual switches controlled by main and supervision functions for redundant execution of safety function
Integrated CAN bus with support for diagnostics and software download
Industry standard CANopen protocol for reliable communication in the vehicle
Dual redundant CAN nodes for distributed system architectures

Specifications

Motor type	Induction AC, synchronous AC, brushless DC
Communication	CANopen 125, 250, 400, 500, 800 & 1000 kbps
Switching frequency	8 kHz (optional 12 & 16 kHz)
Operating stator frequency	0-250 Hz
Control mode	Steering wheel/tiller steering modes (pos. speed or current motor control)
I/O Connector	AMP SEAL 35-pin
Inputs	3 digital inputs pull-down, 1 digital input pull-up, 2 analog inputs, 1 high side input
Outputs	3 open drain outputs 2A, 1 open drain outputs 0.1A, 1 high side output
Supported motor feedback devices	Dual incremental encoder, analog sin-cos, UWV (6-step)
Supported steering input devices	Dual incremental encoder, analog sin-cos or PWM steering wheel sensors. Stepper motor.
Power Connector	M5 screw
Operating temperature	-40°C to + 55°C (-40°F to +131°F)
Storage temperature	-40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F), ambient humidity of 95%
Protection class	IP65
Standards	UL 583 and EC declaration of incorporation of partly completed machinery according to EN1175-1.

Models

Model	Nominal DC supply voltage	Rated RMS current (S2, 2min)*	Rated RMS current (S2, 1h)**	Rated power (S2, 2min)*	Rated power (S2, 1h)**
APS24M	24 V	70 A	30 A	2.1 kVA	0.88 kVA
APS24L	24 V	80 A (90 A peak***)	40 A	2.6 kVA	1.2 kVA
APS36M	36 V	70 A	30 A	3.1 kVA	1.3 kVA
APS36L	36 V	80 A (90 A peak***)	40 A	4.0 kVA	1.8 kVA
APS48M	48 V	70 A	30 A	4.1 kVA	1.8 kVA
APS80M	80 V	40 A	20 A	3.9 kVA	2.0 kVA

*2 minute rating at 8 kHz switching frequency and 25ºC ambient temperature
**1h rating at 8 kHz switching frequency and 40ºC ambient temperature
***24L and 36L peak current only for short time i.e. boost in 30 sec

APS3 the Advanced Power Steering Controller

APS3 Inverters

THE OPTIMAL FIT TO ALL VEHICLE TYPES

Features

Specifications

Models

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