AXE or SPM controller

fifty2pks · 06-12-2015, 11:00 PM

I'm upgrading my 93 Marathon to 48 volts and need a new controller. I've read around the forum a bit but haven't found a direct comparison between the two.

scottyb · 06-13-2015, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by fifty2pks

I'm upgrading my 93 Marathon to 48 volts and need a new controller. I've read around the forum a bit but haven't found a direct comparison between the two.

There really is no comparison. The SPM replaced the AXE 2 years ago. It has features like reverse polarity protection on the input & output ends that is missing on the AXE. It is usb cable programmable as opposed to serial to usb. Speaking of programming it has customizable speed and torque curves. Auto throttle calibration, even if your throttle is out of range it makes your signal 0-100% and more... like I said the closest comparison is your dad's flip phone and your iphone.

cgtech · 06-13-2015, 12:30 AM

I used to think the AXE had just a bit more "punch", but the SPM has 10-20% more amps for the same rated controller. The short-circuit protection offered in the SPM is real & does work, i accidentally tested it (something the AXE cannot offer). Continuous ratings (how long it can supply its highest currents) are better for SPM. Throttle options and auto-calibration favors the SPM. Overall SPM wins.

scottyb · 06-13-2015, 06:56 AM

More "punch" would just be a matter of throttle adjustment since the SPM has higher peak and sustained amperage output you are just talking throttle up rate. Again, flip phone to smart phone technology in my opinion.

fifty2pks · 06-13-2015, 10:50 AM

Thanks Scottyb, thats exactly what I was looking for.

scottyb · 06-13-2015, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by fifty2pks

Thanks Scottyb, thats exactly what I was looking for.

I forgot to mention the built in cooling fan.... all of which leads to a larger cabinet which could be the only downside.

06-12-2015, 11:00 PM	#1
fifty2pks Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 4	AXE or SPM controller I'm upgrading my 93 Marathon to 48 volts and need a new controller. I've read around the forum a bit but haven't found a direct comparison between the two.

06-13-2015, 12:30 AM	#3
cgtech Over This Interview Is... Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 17,449	Re: AXE or SPM controller I used to think the AXE had just a bit more "punch", but the SPM has 10-20% more amps for the same rated controller. The short-circuit protection offered in the SPM is real & does work, i accidentally tested it (something the AXE cannot offer). Continuous ratings (how long it can supply its highest currents) are better for SPM. Throttle options and auto-calibration favors the SPM. Overall SPM wins.

06-13-2015, 06:56 AM	#4
scottyb Happy Carting Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 73,419	Re: AXE or SPM controller More "punch" would just be a matter of throttle adjustment since the SPM has higher peak and sustained amperage output you are just talking throttle up rate. Again, flip phone to smart phone technology in my opinion.

06-13-2015, 10:50 AM	#5
fifty2pks Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 4	Re: AXE or SPM controller Thanks Scottyb, thats exactly what I was looking for.

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