MRS Electronic motor controller

MRS Electronic has introduced the Motor Controller 5 A CAN 32-bit, a compact motor controller designed for DC motor control in vehicles and mobile machinery. It operates on a 6-32 V power supply for a variety of applications in vehicle environments. Equipped with a 32-bit S32K142 processor, the company said it ensures faster computation cycles, delivering greater performance than its predecessor.

Its robust design includes an IP53 housing or IP6K8 protection with the watertight socket, guarantees reliability in harsh environments. The device meets stringent standards, including ECE-R10, ISO 16750, ISO 7637-2:2004, and ISO 10605:2008, ensuring compliance with international regulations.

Despite its small size — 30 x 30 x 40 mm — the company said the motor controller offers powerful functionality.

MRS Electronic’s new Motor Controller 5 A CAN 32-bit was designed for DC motor control in vehicles and mobile machinery. (Photo: MRS Electronic)

It features:

• 2x analog inputs (usable as analog, digital, or frequency inputs).
• 1x full bridge with 5 A output, configurable as 2x half-bridges.
• 1x CAN interface supporting CAN FD for fast and reliable communication.
• Its quiescent current of just 40 µA and the glass fiber reinforced plastic housing make it efficient and durable, said the company.

The Motor Controller 5 A CAN 32-bit is a future-proof design with long component availability for sustainable applications, said the company, and offers smooth motor control with ramp functions for precise acceleration and deceleration which protects mechanical components.

MRS Electronic said it is suitable for a wide range of applications including:

• Rotary encoder evaluation for position feedback.
• Linear drive control.
• Fan and actuator control, such as seat adjustment motors.
• Motor protection through current monitoring and shutdown at defined thresholds.
• Decentralized motor control via CAN message.