This platform drives a 3-phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (BLDC motor) by using an advanced sensor-less Field Oriented Control algorithm. The phase current measurement is done via three shunts which offer a very low-cost solution avoiding expensive current sensors. The main focus applications for this type of algorithm are compressors, air conditioning, fans, and so on. The platform allows for easy custom application development by including a small motor and a user-friendly PC graphical user interface.
Powered from the USB interface or via an external power supply An external power driver stage can be added to control higher power motors