Go-Kart example

Submitted by PaulWay on Mon, 24/05/2010 - 22:58

Here is an example of the requirements for building an electric-powered Go-Kart:

  • Motor: Mars 48VDC Brushless motor
  • Controller: Alltrax AXE4834 DC Motor Controller
  • Battery: 15 x Thunder Sky 40AH batteries
  • Battery Management:
    • EV Power BMS-MCU-TS90-EV2
    • 15 x EV Power BMS-CM060-V6
  • Charger: 16 Cell 10Amp LiFePO4 Charger

These are the main components.  Also needed are cut-off switches, cable and possible instrumentation.