Open ReVolt controller, where to start from?

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eSharo

Discussion Starter · Nov 28, 2021

Hi all,

I am interested into the Open ReVolt Controller. I would like to build it myself but if possible, I would like to buy a board that is already etched and ready to have the parts to be soldered to with instructions if applicable. I went to the P&S Power Electronics web site but could not find anything there. I just sent them an email and I'm awaiting their reply. Meanwhile, did anyone get into the same path and could give me some guidance on how to optimise the process. I am mostly interested into the "What to do" and even more, into the "What not to do" topics.

Thanks!

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eSharo

Discussion Starter · #21 · Dec 2, 2021

Hi all,

I downloaded and installed Design Spark. This is definitely a key to our ability to follow Paul's design. From a first survey, it allows to open the .sch and .pcb files while the .pcb file seems to be generated from the .sch file. So, this is a CAD software. I will send you the exported graphic files that are giving an idea of what it looks like but the real trick is to install Design Spark and to dig into the original files that I will post here as well. Could someone tell me what are the allowed file extensions on this site so that I can post the relevant files?

Thanks.

remy_martian

· #22 · Dec 2, 2021

Just post everything on mega (it's free and people grabbing the files don't need to register) and share the links to them here. This DIYec forum site appears to only host picture and written document file formats.

MattsAwesomeStuff

· #23 · Dec 3, 2021

Duncan said:
Hi Matt - if you can work out how to get those boards made then I would put in an order for Five !

No no no. I'm not making or ordering any. This was 3 years ago. I just dug up the files.

Can you attach the files to a PM??

No, and I was too lazy to create an other account on another website, but I used an annoymous temp file transfer site and PM'd Remy the files, so, perhaps he will host them on Mega or otherwise provide. Seems to have a better handle on it than I do, and, probably understand what's he's actually looking at.

remy_martian

· #24 · Dec 3, 2021

ok, thanks Matt. Will have a look

eSharo

Discussion Starter · #25 · Dec 3, 2021

Remy, I installed MegaDownloader but my security system keeps me from installing MegaUploader... Since I don't want to turn my security protection off, can't we just use a widely available file transfer site as Dropbox or Google Drive or anything of the kind?

remy_martian

· #26 · Dec 3, 2021

I'll upload the files in a day or two

JH_7900

· #27 · Jan 17, 2022

I've been searching for information on the Open Revolt AC motor controller project and landed on this thread.
Are the files the PCB and BOM files or any other pertinent files able to be accessed?
I appreciate your help. I'm new to the EV community and am excited about launching a project.

eSharo

Discussion Starter · #28 · Jan 18, 2022

Hi there. Here is a link to all the information I retrieved so far about the Open Revolt controller (you need a Google account to reach it)

Google Drive: Sign-in

Access Google Drive with a Google account (for personal use) or Google Workspace account (for business use).

drive.google.com

I am afraid it is not complete and that some parts of information may be out-of-sync with others. Unfortunately, I have not keep track of where I found everything since I spent a few days last month to try to figure out where to start from with limited success. One thing that I know is that this whole project was relying on the volunteered kind contribution of Paul Holmes but it looks like he is no longer supporting the project. I hope this will help.

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eSharo

Discussion Starter · #29 · Jan 18, 2022

eSharo said:
Hi there. Here is a link to all the information I retrieved so far about the Open Revolt controller (you need a Google account to reach it)

Google Drive: Sign-in

Access Google Drive with a Google account (for personal use) or Google Workspace account (for business use).

drive.google.com

I am afraid it is not complete and that some parts of information may be out-of-sync with others. Unfortunately, I have not keep track of where I found everything since I spent a few days last month to try to figure out where to start from with limited success. One thing that I know is that this whole project was relying on the volunteered kind contribution of Paul Holmes but it looks like he is no longer supporting the project. I hope this will help.

And here are a few links that may help:
BOM - Open ReVolt/Control - Control Board
Open ReVolt - EcoModder Forum Wiki
BOM - Open ReVolt - Power board
Paul Holmes Forum long thread

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JH_7900

· #30 · Jan 18, 2022

Thank you so much. I’ll check it out and report back if I make some headway on the project.

CapCarCap

· #31 · Apr 16, 2022

I had a few control board PCBs made if you want to buy one.

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Duncan

· #32 · Apr 17, 2022

CapCarCap said:
I had a few control board PCBs made if you want to buy one. View attachment 128948

Hi is that the board for the AC or the DC IGBT controller or for the old MOSFET Open Revolt??

CapCarCap

· #33 · Apr 17, 2022

The mosfet one

bnt

· #34 · 10 mo ago

I'd take two boards if you still have them. Let me know! I cant private message you because I'm a new member, so please get in touch.

GE11

· #35 · 9 mo ago

Do you have anymore of these boards?

CapCarCap

· #36 · 9 mo ago

I do still have some boards if you want to buy some

jgerig42

· #37 · 6 mo ago

yves.carrier said:
Hi Remy, thanks a lot. I will do so by the end of the day.

Did Remy get pdfs to you? Were they good? Would you share?

jgerig42

· #38 · 6 mo ago

Are there any updates from anyone on getting ReVolts made? Have files been tracked down? I’d love to make one of these too

remy_martian

· #39 · 6 mo ago

Nope - I lost the files before pdf'ing them. No idea how.

It's likely you cannot get the key components these days to fully populate any board.

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jgerig42

· #40 · 6 mo ago

CapCarCap said:
I do still have some boards if you want to buy some

I am interested in buying a control board if they are still up for grabs!

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