Question 1

What makes 1000W suitable for AGV traction drives?

Accepted Answer

AGVs typically weigh 200-800 kg loaded and need to accelerate, climb ramps and maintain speed on warehouse floors. A 1000W motor with a 10:1-20:1 planetary gearbox produces 30-60 Nm continuous output torque at 150-300 RPM wheel speed, which handles AGV loads up to 500 kg on level ground and 300 kg on 5-degree ramps. Dual-motor configurations double the payload capacity.

Question 2

Can I run a 1000W BLDC motor on a 48V battery pack?

Accepted Answer

Yes. At 48V, a 1000W motor draws approximately 23-25A continuous. A 48V / 40Ah lithium pack provides about 1.5 hours of continuous full-load runtime. For longer AGV shifts, 48V / 60-100Ah packs are common. 72V variants reduce the current to about 16A for the same power, allowing thinner cables and smaller contactors.

Question 3

How does a 1kW BLDC motor compare to a 1kW servo motor?

Accepted Answer

Both deliver 1kW of mechanical power, but a BLDC motor uses trapezoidal commutation (simpler controller, lower cost), while a servo uses sinusoidal commutation with a high-resolution encoder for precise position control. For traction, conveyor and pump applications where position accuracy is not critical, a BLDC motor costs 30-50% less than a servo and is the better value.

Question 4

What controller features are important for a 1000W motor?

Accepted Answer

For 1000W applications, the controller should support at least 30A continuous current, soft start to limit inrush, regenerative braking for EVs, overcurrent and over-temperature protection, and a communication interface (RS485 or CAN bus) for integration with AGV or machine PLCs. Shenghe supplies matched controllers with all these features.

Parameter	Range / Options
Rated power	1000 W (1 kW)
Voltage	DC 48V / 72V (24V, 96V custom)
Rated speed	3000 RPM
Rated torque	3.2 Nm (motor shaft)
Peak torque	9.5 Nm (10 sec)
Frame size	110mm
Gear options	Planetary (5:1-100:1), Worm (10:1-60:1), Right-angle
Output torque (geared)	Up to 200 Nm
Protection	IP54 standard, IP65 optional
Feedback	Hall sensor, encoder 1000/2500 PPR, resolver optional

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