How can this motor have such a broad voltage spread?
01-02-08, 01:59 AM
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How can this motor have such a broad voltage spread?
https://www.transmag.com/3-in-brushless-motor.htm
It states that it can provide from 0.2 hp to 1.0 hp (that part I can easily see) but it also says it can handle from 24 volts to 240 volts. Is this realistic? The size and weight is perfect for what I want to do. I am going to pick up a folding bicycle soon. I am hoping to find a motor that will use 36 volts - Dewalt set - at about 400-500 watts. If you stay in the low to middle range of operations is this likely to be a durable motor?
It states that it can provide from 0.2 hp to 1.0 hp (that part I can easily see) but it also says it can handle from 24 volts to 240 volts. Is this realistic? The size and weight is perfect for what I want to do. I am going to pick up a folding bicycle soon. I am hoping to find a motor that will use 36 volts - Dewalt set - at about 400-500 watts. If you stay in the low to middle range of operations is this likely to be a durable motor?
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I not familiar with this motor. As a general rule Brushless motors are not voltage sensitive. The windings (turns) determine the rpm per volt (rpm/v). More volts = more rpm. Wire diameter determine the current (amps) it will take before it disintegrates 
What you need to look for is stated rpm/v of the motor. Use the rpm/v to determine the speed at a given voltage 24/36/48. Does the speed agree with your gearing, voltage? Larger diameter motors usually mean more torque...
What you need to look for is stated rpm/v of the motor. Use the rpm/v to determine the speed at a given voltage 24/36/48. Does the speed agree with your gearing, voltage? Larger diameter motors usually mean more torque...
01-02-08, 11:45 AM
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You really need to know the performance at that voltage. Just saying it can be used at 36v doesn't mean it will produce anywhere near rated power at 36v.
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https://www.transmag.com/3-in-brushless-motor.htm
It states that it can provide from 0.2 hp to 1.0 hp (that part I can easily see) but it also says it can handle from 24 volts to 240 volts. Is this realistic? The size and weight is perfect for what I want to do. I am going to pick up a folding bicycle soon. I am hoping to find a motor that will use 36 volts - Dewalt set - at about 400-500 watts. If you stay in the low to middle range of operations is this likely to be a durable motor?
It states that it can provide from 0.2 hp to 1.0 hp (that part I can easily see) but it also says it can handle from 24 volts to 240 volts. Is this realistic? The size and weight is perfect for what I want to do. I am going to pick up a folding bicycle soon. I am hoping to find a motor that will use 36 volts - Dewalt set - at about 400-500 watts. If you stay in the low to middle range of operations is this likely to be a durable motor?
