MOTOR CONTROLLERS
Vanguard™ motor controllers are designed to handle the toughest applications with their high-power density and durable, automotive-grade construction. Built to last, these controllers ensure seamless communication with Vanguard™ battery system solution components for smooth and efficient operation.
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Quick Setup & Optimization
Rapid deployment is made simple with auto-tune, allowing for quick system optimization and reduced setup time.
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Maintenance-Free Operation
Designed for longevity, they require no scheduled maintenance, reducing costs and minimizing downtime.
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Multiple Control Modes
Allow flexible control over speed, torque, or a combination, catering to diverse application requirements.
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Seamless Integration and Communication
J1939 standardized communication simplifies integration with Vanguard™ batteries, making the engineering process more efficient.
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Fault Protection
Helping to maximize equipment performance and lifespan.Keep the equipment working as well as possible, as long as possible.
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Multiple Control Modes
Allow flexible control over speed, torque, or a combination, catering to diverse application requirements.
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Energy Efficient
These controllers enhance system efficiency by utilizing regenerative braking to conserve energy.
2 YEAR
GLOBAL COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
2-YEAR COMMERCIAL WARRANTY ON ALL MOTOR CONTROLLERS
CURRENTLY AVAILABLE MOTOR CONTROLLERS 
MC2000
The Vanguard™ MC2000 Motor Controller is designed to integrate smoothly with Vanguard™ Batteries and Motors and is built to an automotive grade offering maximum durability. This controller comes with a high power density, auto-tuning, and configurable regenerative braking. OEMs can bring fully integrated power equipment to the market with our family of controllers. No maintenance is required.
OEM Applications: Large Sprayers, Blowers, Plate Compactors
Specifications*
| Voltage Class | 48V |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 48 VDC |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 72 VDC |
| Minimum Input Voltage | 18 VDC |
| Phase Current (Peak) | 200 A |
| Output Current (Continuous) | 41 |
| Input Current (Peak) | 141.4 |
| Efficiency (Peak) | >95% |
| Supported Motor Types | Three-Phase SPM |
| Fault Protection | Over/under voltage, over temperature, over current |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to 95℃ |
| Storage Temperature Range | -35 to 95℃ |
| Communications Protocol | J1939 |
| Enclosure Rating | IPx5 |
| Dimension (mm) | 125 x 145 x 52 |
| Weight (kg) | 1.02 |
MC4000
The Vanguard MC4000 Motor Controller is a mid-level high-power density controller designed to integrate with Vanguard Batteries and Motors and is built to an automotive grade and optimized for the latest Lithium-Ion battery technology. This motor controller also features auto-tuning and configurable regenerative braking and requires no maintenance.
OEM Applications: Walk-Behind Concrete Trowels, Aerators, Dethatchers, Small Floor Grinders, Power Rakes
Specifications*
| Voltage Class | 48V |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 48 VDC |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 72 VDC |
| Minimum Input Voltage | 18 VDC |
| Phase Current (Peak) | 430 A |
| Output Current (Continuous) | 83 |
| Input Current (Peak) | 304.01 |
| Efficiency (Peak) | >95% |
| Supported Motor Types | Three-Phase SPM |
| Fault Protection | Over/under voltage, over temperature, over current |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to 95℃ |
| Storage Temperature Range | -35 to 95℃ |
| Communications Protocol | J1939 |
| Enclosure Rating | IPx5 |
| Dimension (mm) | 174 x 145 x 52 |
| Weight (kg) | 1.42 |
MC8000
The Vanguard MC8000 Motor Controller is compact and contains the highest power density out of our family of motor controllers. The MC8000 includes all of the same features and benefits as our other motor controller products. This product is one component of what can be a fully integrated battery system for OEM equipment.
OEM Applications: Log Splitters, Brush Cutters, Tillers, Trenchers, Small Utility Vehicles (2WD)
Specifications*
| Voltage Class | 48V |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 48 VDC |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 72 VDC |
| Minimum Input Voltage | 18 VDC |
| Phase Current (Peak) | 660 A |
| Output Current (Continuous) | 166 |
| Input Current (Peak) | 466.62 |
| Efficiency (Peak) | >95% |
| Supported Motor Types | Three-Phase SPM |
| Fault Protection | Over/under voltage, over temperature, over current |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 to 95℃ |
| Storage Temperature Range | -35 to 95℃ |
| Communications Protocol | J1939 |
| Enclosure Rating | IPx5 |
| Dimension (mm) | 246 x 145 x 52 |
| Weight (kg) | 2.04 |
*Specs are subject to change based on development.