Industrial Motor Inverters/Controllers for ePTO Applications
ePTO-Specific Motor Inverters
At Cross Company’s Mobile Systems Integration group, we specialize in a wide range of electrification solutions for industrial mobile equipment. A critical component in successful equipment electrification applications involving an electric power take-off unit (an ePTO) is the motor inverter.
Engineered to optimize both machine performance and efficiency, motor inverters are necessary to achieve precise control over electric motors in low-voltage mobile applications. At Cross, we work directly with you to achieve the machine control you need through our extensive expertise and experience, coupled with strategic partnerships with industry-leading brands.
With our prototype development offering, we can build, test, and stage your mobile equipment to ensure functionality and future success. Contact our equipment electrification team today to learn more about the process and how Cross can help.
Why Partner with Cross for Motor Inverters?
At Cross Mobile Systems Integration, we provide more than just individual components. Our focus is on how each component is integrated into your system as a whole. That way, we can ensure consistent optimal performance.
Whether your application requires single-motor or dual-motor inverters, Cross Company provides solutions tailored to your needs. From speed ramping for smooth operation to regenerative braking for energy recovery, our inverters enhance machine efficiency while meeting job-specific requirements.
So why should you partner with Cross for electrification?
Proven Products
Through our strategic partnerships with proven brands, we source reliable and durable inverters tailored to your specific application
Custom Solutions
Our team’s extensive experience in inverter integration and equipment electrification ensures your machinery performs as efficiently as possible
Ease of Setup and Tuning
We offer on-site motor tuning, eliminating downtime associated with sending motors to manufacturers
The Role of Motor Inverters in ePTO Systems
Motor inverters are necessary components in many ePTO systems, as they are able to convert DC battery voltage into the AC power needed by PMAC motors. In addition to this conversion, inverters are able to provide precise speed and torque control, an essential part of optimizing job function and ensuring efficient operation.
Features of Cross Company’s Motor Inverter Offering
Continuous and Peak Performance: Available in three standard sizes to accommodate different continuous and peak amperage needs.
Efficient Heat Dissipation – Integrated flat metal air-cooled heat sinks for effective thermal management.
Advanced Connectivity – Equipped with a 35-pin signal connector and internally threaded power terminals for secure connections.
Pre-Programmed Tuning – Inverters are pre-configured to match your motor and pump selection, ensuring seamless integration.
Torque Control – Ideal for applications requiring high torque adjustments, ensuring precise operation in demanding conditions.
Generator Mode – Supports regenerative braking by converting AC to DC, feeding power back into the battery and extending operational life.
Why Choose An ePTO Solution?
The ePTO/motor inverter solutions offered by Cross combine high-efficiency permanent magnet AC (PMAC) 48-volt motors with ultra-quiet helical gear pumps. This combination offers a wide range of benefits for OEMs and other machine manufacturers looking to optimize or modernize their mobile machinery. Some of these benefits include
Increased Efficiency
Moving from internal combustion engines (ICE) to electric motors can substantially increase efficiency (in some cases from 35% to over 90%). This means lower fuel costs, reduced heat output, and extended battery life.
Greater Machine Control
These systems enable quick and precise adjustments to motor speed and torque, allowing for the optimization of job functions. This translates to greater control of the machine as a whole, benefitting an end user.
Ease of Integration
ePTO systems are able to work with existing hydraulic systems by harnessing the energy from batteries to power hydraulic systems on electric vehicles, such as lifts or winches. This is a good first step towards full electrification.
Components For Every Part of Your Electrification Project
Cross Mobile Systems Integration works with off-highway OEMs to improve their machine design and performance. Whether it’s hydraulics, electronics, controls or a full overhaul from ICE to electrified, Cross’s team of engineers works as an extension of our customer’s engineering team. We take the time to understand the unique requirements of each piece of mobile equipment and then design, prototype and build an optimized system for the machine.
Power Distrubition Unit (PDU)
Power delivery component for off-highway electric vehicles that manages the distribution of power from the energy source, such as a battery or fuel cell, to various critical subsystem loads such as traction inverters and on-board charging devices.
AC Motors
Converts electrical energy into mechanical power, driving the machine with efficient, high torque, AC permanent magnet motors, suited for demanding applications. It enables smooth operation, reducing wear and tear while optimizing energy use in mobile equipment.
Inverters
Regulates the conversion of DC power from the battery into AC power for the motor, ensuring smooth acceleration and precise control. Advanced inverters improve energy efficiency while supporting regenerative braking, feeding power back into the battery system.
Low Voltage DC/DC Converters
Converts high-voltage battery power to low-voltage energy for auxiliary components, maintaining efficient power distribution. This ensures stable operation for critical low-voltage systems, such as sensors, control modules, and safety features, without compromising overall power availability.
Low Voltage Bus
Distributes low-voltage power to various electrical components, ensuring stable and reliable operation across the entire system. It minimizes electrical losses and supports easy integration of additional devices, enhancing overall machine efficiency.
Machine Controller
Acts as the brain of the system, coordinating components to optimize machine operation, efficiency, and safety. It integrates sensors and communication protocols, providing real-time diagnostics and data logging for performance tracking.
Onboard Chargers
Charges the battery system using external power sources, enabling convenient recharging without removing the battery. Onboard chargers ensure fast, efficient charging, supporting various voltage levels for flexibility in different environments.
ePTO
Cross Company's Electric Power Take-Off (ePTO) solutions provide reliable and efficient electric power for mobile equipment, reducing reliance on traditional engine-driven PTOs. Ideal for applications requiring auxiliary power without engine idling, ePTO systems improve fuel efficiency, decrease emissions, and lower operating costs. without compromising overall performance.
Batteries and Battery Management Systems
Stores electrical energy to power the machine, offering extended runtime and performance tailored to specific application needs. Modern battery systems are built with safety, thermal management, and scalability in mind, providing reliability in rugged environments.
Motor Driven Gearbox
Cross Company's motor-driven gearboxes offer precise and efficient power transmission for mobile and industrial applications. These gearboxes are designed to work seamlessly with electric motors, providing optimized torque and speed control for demanding tasks.
Ready To Electrify?
Our experts can work with your team to develop a complete mobile electrification solution to ensure that you have the right equipment, working together, to improve your machine performance and productivity.
Start Your Electrification Journey Today
A key component in mobile equipment electrification is choosing and managing the power you need for optimal performance. With Cross Mobile Systems Integration, you get a partner dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and innovative power solutions for your specific application. Whether you’re integrating electric components into an existing hydraulic system or developing a fully-electrified prototype, our team is here to help.
Contact us today to learn more about how our ePTO-specific motor inverters can elevate your equipment’s performance and efficiency.