MAB Robotics MD80 V3.0 Motor Controller

MD80 v3.0 – Compact High-Performance Motor Controller for Brushless Drives by MAB Robotics

The MD80 v3.0 is specifically designed for mobile robotics applications, combining high performance, energy efficiency, and reliability in an extremely compact form factor. Whether for early-stage R&D prototypes or series production, this controller offers everything modern robotic systems require. During development, it integrates easily and quickly with the CANdle module, while in production it functions as a powerful, standalone control unit.

Technical data

• Input Voltage: up to 48 V DC
• Max Motor Current (Peak): 80 A
• Dimensions: Diameter 55 mm
• Weight: only 15 g
• Communication: FDCAN interface up to 8 Mbps

Expansion Ports

• For on-/off-axis ring encoders
• For brake systems or limit switches
• Integrated Encoder: 14-bit absolute encoder onboard

Optional Features

• Software-controlled FDCAN termination
• RS422 communication interface

Motion Modes

• Position & Velocity: PID control with motion profiles
• Impedance Control: PD controller
• Torque Control: PI controller

Key Highlights

• Specially designed for mobile robotic systems such as:
  • legged robots, exoskeletons, ROVs, UGVs, AGVs, drones, cobots, wheeled platforms, and more
• Quick setup with CANdle or CANdle HAT
• Fully compatible with ROS / ROS2, including C++ and Python APIs
• Compact & lightweight – ideal for space-constrained applications

Scope of Delivery

• 1× MD80 Motor Controller
• 1× Connection Cable
• 1× Encoder Magnet