GCU
The Generator Controller Unit (GCU-0012) is a fully qualified solid state field drive controller designed for rugged low voltage power generation systems in extreme environments. The GCU-0012 is a high reliability air cooled unit that operates from 10…33VDC. With embedded software intelligence, this dual CAN controller can be reprogrammed and configured. Patented power control methodologies provide flexible and dynamic switching strategies for the most complex generation systems. With standard connectors and chassis mounting points, the GCU-0012 integrates easily into various vehicle systems. The GCU-0012 is currently in vehicle production.
Power Controllers offers a unique combination of expertise in power control electronics, compact and robust power control products, patented technology, and an outstanding performance history.
- PWM Field Drive MOSFET Switching
- 10…33VDC Operating Input Voltage
- Low Voltage 28V Supply (MIL-STD-1275E compliant)
- 99% Efficiency
- Over/Under-Voltage Protection
- Over-Current Protection
- Over-Temperature Protection
- MIL-STD-1275E/461F/810G/1472F
- D38999 Military Circular Connectors
- Dual CAN Communication (J1939)
- Air Cooled (no cooling loop required)
- Universal Mounting Holes (1/4”)
- CARC Painted 2-Piece Aluminum Housing
- 8.5” x 4.0” x 2.5” @ 5 lbs.
The GCU-0012 is designed with modular electronics and software for easy customization and integration into virtually any power system architecture. High voltage applications are currently in development.
- Military Ground Vehicle Power Management
- Engine Generator Control
- Aerospace
- Space Power Management
- Trucks, Autos, RVs, Fire & Rescue
- Heavy Construction Equipment
- Agriculture Equipment
- Marine
- Railway
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HVPC
The HVPC is an intelligent High Voltage Power Control unit designed and developed to be used in future military high voltage vehicle architectures. It is controlled, monitored, configured, and reprogrammable through a CAN bus. The HVPC provides control to twelve (12) high voltage, high temperature, solid state Silicon Carbide (SiC) channels designed to handle 210kW with 105C coolant.
- 350 amps x 1 channel (210 kW)
- 200 amps x 1 channel (120 kW)
- 50 amps x 1 channel (30 kW)
- 30 amps x 5 channels (18 kW per channel)
- 10 amps x 4 channels (6 kw per channel)
HVPC unique characteristics:
- Controller Area Network (CAN) communications is designed to J1939.
- The CAN ICD can be configured to an OEM’s protocol
- Provides operational information (voltages, currents, temperatures, fault status) and channel control via CAN messages.
- Component selection of +125C and -40C with appropriate thermal management design.
- Designed for manufacturability
Each HVPC channel has:
- configurable voltage, current, and temperature thresholds and a configurable current / time detection algorithm
- extreme over-current protection with configurable thresholds
- parallel channel capability
- built in pre-charge operation
- high Voltage Interlock (HVIL) detection and protection
- military style connectors
- configurability for OEM requirements
HVPC is designed to meet:
- MIL-PRF-GCS600A
- MIL-STD-1275E
- MIL-STD-810G
- MIL-STD-464C
- MIL-STD-461F
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