Sustained Torque Performance

Sustained torque testing measures the motor’s ability to output a given amount of torque over time. In an ideal motor, torque is directly proportional to stator current. However, stator current limits can affect output torque due to different thermal management strategies on the controller (which may result in lower torque output, and consequently less generated heat).

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Testing Methodology Details

Sustained torque testing measures the motor’s ability to output a given amount of torque over time. In an ideal motor, torque is directly proportional to stator current. However, stator current limits can affect output torque due to different thermal management strategies on the controller (which may result in lower torque output, and consequently less generated heat). Thermal throttling is measured as when the motor controller enables thermal protections, if available as a status flag, or when the motor torque experiences a significant drop. Thermal shutdown is measured as when the motor torque drops to 0.

Constant Current Performance

Compare motor torque output under constant stator current limits. All motors are tested with their vendor's motor controller.

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Testing Methodology Details

In this test, we maintain a constant stator current limit across all motor controllers and measure their torque output over time. Thermal throttling is measured as when the motor controller enables thermal protections, if available as a status flag, or when the motor torque experiences a significant drop. Thermal shutdown is measured as when the motor torque drops to 0.

Dynometer Results

Detailed specifications and measured characteristics of each motor tested in our analysis.

Metric
Redux Cu60
Kraken X60
Kraken X60 (FOC)
NEO 1.0
kV
RPM per volt
595
504
470
454
kT
Nm per amp
0.0158
0.0188
0.0198
0.0208
Free Speed (12V)
RPM
7140
6048
5640
5448
Stall Torque (12V)
Nm
7.10
7.03
9.43
4.66
Free Current (12V)
Amps
2.4
2.0
2.0
2.0
Stall Current (12V)
Amps
450
374
476
224
Peak Power (12V)
Watts
1326
1113
1393
805
kV
RPM per volt
Redux Cu60
595 Redux
Kraken X60
504
Kraken X60 (FOC)
470
NEO 1.0
454
kT
Nm per amp
Redux Cu60
0.0158 Redux
Kraken X60
0.0188
Kraken X60 (FOC)
0.0198
NEO 1.0
0.0208
Free Speed (12V)
RPM
Redux Cu60
7140 Redux
Kraken X60
6048
Kraken X60 (FOC)
5640
NEO 1.0
5448
Stall Torque (12V)
Nm
Redux Cu60
7.10 Redux
Kraken X60
7.03
Kraken X60 (FOC)
9.43
NEO 1.0
4.66
Free Current (12V)
Amps
Redux Cu60
2.4 Redux
Kraken X60
2.0
Kraken X60 (FOC)
2.0
NEO 1.0
2.0
Stall Current (12V)
Amps
Redux Cu60
450 Redux
Kraken X60
374
Kraken X60 (FOC)
476
NEO 1.0
224
Peak Power (12V)
Watts
Redux Cu60
1326 Redux
Kraken X60
1113
Kraken X60 (FOC)
1393
NEO 1.0
805

Testing Methodology & Equipment

Learn about our comprehensive testing procedures, equipment specifications, and quality assurance measures.

Test Setup

All motors are tested using their vendor-supplied controllers and configured to achieve a 500kV effective output through appropriate gearing. This standardization allows for fair comparison across different motor architectures while maintaining real-world relevance.

Data Collection

Performance data is collected at high frequency using precision torque sensors and thermal monitoring equipment. Each test is conducted under controlled environmental conditions to ensure repeatability and accuracy.

Quality Assurance

Every test is repeated multiple times to verify consistency. Outlying data points are investigated and tests are re-run if necessary. All equipment is regularly calibrated according to manufacturer specifications.