Electric Vehicle Powertrains

Tritium specialises in designing electronic components for electric vehicles. A crucial electronic component in every electric vehicle is the motor controller. Tritium offers a high performance three phase motor controller that is capable of driving permanent magnet or induction AC motors. The WaveSculptor200 is characterised by its high power density, rich feature set, and competitive price.

Management of the cells within an electric vehicle battery pack is a safety critical task, which also extends battery lifetime. Our IQcell BMS is an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) that turns a string of cells into a safe and well managed battery pack, with a wealth of diagnostic information made available.

All our products communicate digitally over a Control Area Network (CAN). An interface between this network and the outside world is gained via our CAN-Ethernet bridge.

In order to simplify the integration of our systems into electric vehicles Tritium has released an open source Driver Controls Interface.

System Block Diagram
CARBON Motor WaveSculptor200 Battery Management Charger LCD Display Driver Controls CAN-Ethernet Bridge

Tritium works closely with motor designers to offer highly integrated powertrain solutions. The “CARBON” permanent magnet AC motor from UltraMotive Technologies is optimised for high efficiency over the entire driving cycle and has an unprecedented power density.

Our products are designed to be compatible with a large range of other electric vehicle technologies, including motors, batteries, chargers and other ancillary systems. Contact us to find out more.

Vehicle Conversions

Converted Honda Civic under-bonnet detail

The Tritium powertrain suits both mid and high end electric vehicles.

Reliable yet low-cost Electric Vehicle solution

When used with an induction motor and low cost batteries, a complete 75kW powertrain costs less than AU$30,000 in single quantities. This solution is best suited to a vehicle with a multispeed gear box that weighs less than 1500kg. It provides similar performance to a 1.5 to 2.0L petrol engine. The products that form this solution are:

High performance Electric Vehicle solution

This solution is best suited to high performance vehicles looking for high efficiency and high power 150kW throughput. The products that form this solution are:

Licensing technology

We have a technology portfolio that will fast track your electric vehicle development program and provide competitive advantage in the market place. Please contact us to discuss how we can help.

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