Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Looking to build a powerful yet compact BLDC motor controller? This video provides an in-depth overview of the Microchip 3kW Compact BLDC Motor Reference Design. This design is a stand-alone motor controller solution optimized for high-power, space-constrained applications, supporting both BLDC and PMSM motors.
Key Design Highlights:
• High Power Output: Supports peak motor power up to 3kW.
• High Voltage Range: Designed for systems operating up to 85V.
• Compact Form Factor: The design is highly integrated, making it ideal for appliances, industrial, and electric vehicle solutions where size matters.
• Core Components: Utilizes the high-performance dsPIC DSC (Digital Signal Controller) for efficient motor control algorithms and the MIC4104 Half-Bridge Gate Driver for the power stage.
• Flexibility: Includes several auxiliary connections for easy system interface and sensing.
• Target Applications: Perfect for engineers working on demanding industrial, appliance, and certain electric vehicle (EV) motor drive projects.
Accelerate your development cycle and achieve 3kW performance in a compact footprint using this proven reference design from Microchip.
Access the official design files and documentation here: microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources/reference-designs/3kw-compact-bldc-motor-reference-design
Looking to build a powerful yet compact BLDC motor controller? This video provides an in-depth overview of the Microchip 3kW Compact BLDC Motor Reference Design. This design is a stand-alone motor controller solution optimized for high-power, space-constrained applications, supporting both BLDC and PMSM motors.
Key Design Highlights:
• High Power Output: Supports peak motor power up to 3kW.
• High Voltage Range: Designed for systems operating up to 85V.
• Compact Form Factor: The design is highly integrated, making it ideal for appliances, industrial, and electric vehicle solutions where size matters.
• Core Components: Utilizes the high-performance dsPIC DSC (Digital Signal Controller) for efficient motor control algorithms and the MIC4104 Half-Bridge Gate Driver for the power stage.
• Flexibility: Includes several auxiliary connections for easy system interface and sensing.
• Target Applications: Perfect for engineers working on demanding industrial, appliance, and certain electric vehicle (EV) motor drive projects.
Accelerate your development cycle and achieve 3kW performance in a compact footprint using this proven reference design from Microchip.
Access the official design files and documentation here: microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources/reference-designs/3kw-compact-bldc-motor-reference-design










