Re: [electricboats] Mounting the sevcon gen4?

I mounted the sevcon and 2 of the TS2500 chargers on a sheet of aluminum bent into a u shaped stand.  I bolted the sevcon to the aluminum with the heat sync on the back side with thermal grease on each surface.  Based on others' comments I get the impression this was overkill but I figured if I'm going to give it my best shot, why not.  

On Jul 13, 2020, at 5:15 AM, Thierry <thierry.lequeu@gmail.com> wrote:

Dear Ryan,

The first question is whether the SEVCON GEN4 controller heats ...

A simple 6mm aluminium sheet can be used as a support and heatsink: https://www.kit-elec-shop.com/gb/mechanical-spare-parts/3298-support-plate-for-gen4-controller-63a-socket-and-emergency-stop.html

With a heatsink slightly larger than the controller, it is possible to first attach the heatsink and then the controller to the heatsink: https://www.kit-elec-shop.com/gb/parts-for-controllers/4344-aluminium-heatsink-200x330x25mm.html

Caution: The heatsink fins must remain vertical in the direction of the natural air flow.

And when the motor mount is designed to accommodate the controller, it's easier!  https://www.e-kart.fr/1638-kit-assembly-for-an-electric-boat-engine

Thierry