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Old 12-30-2008, 06:58 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Christ View Post
Would you really need two controllers for two motors? They're going to be turning at the same speed all the time, so couldn't you use a single controller/contactor/whatever?

The tesla uses a 14k RPM AC powered beast... that thing isnt' a motor, it's a Marvel. And I'm pretty sure it's made by GE, as are the 200HP AC motors that Chevy used, and I'm pretty sure the big3's electric fleet are GE powered also.

Dodge made an E-version of the Caravan way back when - but I have only been able to find a sparse amount of info on it. Consequently, they also made a few performance versions... oddly enough.
Yes with ac motors you need 1controller per motor unless you lock them on a single shaft.
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