Overview
Versa Drives develops modular motor & drive platforms that can be adapted to many OEM applications instead of designing a new drive from scratch every time. These platforms cover:
- AC induction motor (ACIM) drives
- PMSM / BLDC vector-control drives
- Solar MPPT and hybrid pump controllers
- Low-voltage 24–48 V controllers for mobile and battery-powered equipment
Each platform has a defined power and voltage envelope, proven hardware and firmware blocks, and field experience in one or more production applications. OEM projects typically start by mapping requirements to one of these platforms and then customising only what is necessary – firmware features, I/O, mechanical form factor and protections.
AC Induction Motor Drive Platform (V/f & Quad V/f)
This platform covers small AC induction motor drives where robust, cost-effective speed control is required.
Key capabilities
- Power range: approx. 0.06–1.8 kW
- Supply variants: single-phase 200–264 V AC input (3-phase 230 V motor output) and DC-bus-fed variants for common DC-link systems
- Control methods: V/f and quadratic V/f for fans, pumps and general industrial loads
- Protection: over/under-voltage, over-current, overload, over-temperature, short-circuit
- Mechanical formats: compact panel-mount modules for integration inside OEM equipment
Currently used in
- Small conveyors and industrial drives
- Fitness equipment and light machinery
- Door motors (via standard AC drive options for heavier doors)
- Systems fed from a DC bus power-supply module
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PMSM / BLDC Drive Platform (FOC & Vector Control)
This platform is for PMSM and BLDC motors where efficiency, smooth torque and precise speed control are important.
Key capabilities
- Power range: roughly 50 W to 4 kW (application-dependent)
- Supply options: low-voltage DC (12 V / 24 V / 48 V), and mains rectified DC bus (typ. 90–260 V AC)
- Control: field-oriented control (FOC) / vector control with or without encoder feedback
- Features: speed/torque control with programmable profiles, configurable I/O and interlocks
- Protections: over/under-voltage, over-current, stall, over-temperature, encoder loss (as applicable)
Currently used in
- Fans & air movement – BLDC ceiling fans, TPW fans, exhaust/air-circulator/air-cooler/ventilator controllers (core platform proven in Superfan ceiling fans)
- EV & mobility – traction controllers for 2- & 3-wheelers and pallet trucks
- Fitness & sports – 24 V, 700 W PMSM controllers for training rigs and fitness drives
- Cleaning machines – PMSM controllers for 24 V, 700 W motors
- Compressors – BLDC/PMSM compressor controllers in HVAC applications
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Solar MPPT & Hybrid Pump Controller Platform
This platform is for solar water pumping and hybrid solar + grid pumping systems.
Key capabilities
- MPPT efficiency: typically >98% (design target)
- Power envelope: approx. 0.5–5 HP pump systems (extendable based on project)
- Motor types: AC induction motors (ACIM) and PMSM motors for high-efficiency solar pumps
- Operating modes: pure solar MPPT; hybrid solar + grid / solar + DG with prioritisation logic
- Protections: dry-run, over/under-voltage, over-current, overload, over-temperature; phase-loss/reversal for AC motors (as applicable)
- System features: soft starting; tank-level or pressure-based control options; basic monitoring/configuration interfaces
Currently used in
- Surface and submersible solar pump systems
- Hybrid solar + grid pump installations for agriculture and rural water supply
- Booster pump systems where solar is the primary energy source
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Low-Voltage Versatile Controller Platform (24–48 V)
The low-voltage platform is intended for 24–48 V DC systems – typically battery-powered or DC-bus-powered equipment.
Key capabilities
- Supply: 24 V or 48 V DC nominal (battery packs or DC bus)
- Motor types: PMSM / BLDC (sensorless or with encoder); ACIM variants where appropriate inverter stages are used
- Environment: designs available from IP44 to IP68 (based on enclosure requirements)
- Standards & safety: designed with IEC 61800 and application-specific requirements in mind (project-dependent)
- Features: configurable digital/analogue I/O, soft start/stop, torque limit, speed profiling and mobile-equipment protections
Currently used in
- EV subsystems – low-voltage traction and hydraulic-power-pack controllers
- HVAC & compressors – 24/48 V DC compressor controllers
- Cleaning machines – 24 V PMSM drives paired with battery systems
- Fitness & sports equipment – 24 V PMSM motion-control solutions
Related application pages
How OEM Projects Use These Platforms
1) Requirement Mapping
- Define motor type, power range, supply voltage, duty cycle and environmental conditions.
- Map the requirement to the closest Versa platform (ACIM, PMSM/BLDC, Solar, Low-Voltage).
2) Platform Customisation
- Firmware: speed/torque profiles, I/O behaviour, protections and communication interfaces.
- Hardware: PCB outline, heat-sinking, connectors, enclosure and IP rating.
- Compliance: adapt design details to specific standards (AIS-004, IEC 61800 and application norms).
3) Prototyping & Field Trials
- Build pilot units for lab testing and limited field deployment.
- Gather performance & reliability data; tune firmware and protections with the OEM.
4) Production & Support
- Ramp up to volume production with agreed test coverage.
- Provide long-term support for firmware revisions and variant management as the OEM range grows.
Enquiry Note
If you are interested, please share a few lines about your product, motor rating and supply voltage. We will review your requirement, map it to the closest Versa motor–drive platform and get back to you with next steps.
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