Mitsubishi Outlander owners often discuss modifications and upgrades on Outlander Forums. One common topic is the performance of the original inverter and motor setup. A user on a Triumph Spitfire forum shared their experience adapting a similar system, highlighting both limitations and potential solutions. Their initial setup, using the generator as a motor with the original inverter, encountered several challenges.
Overcoming Limitations: RPM and Current Restrictions
The user initially experienced limited RPM, reaching a maximum of 1000 in one direction and 6000 in the other. Furthermore, the maximum phase current was capped at around 230 amps, regardless of RPM. This resulted in a torque output of approximately 70Nm, sufficient for a lightweight car but lacking for optimal performance. Starting in first gear was necessary due to the limited torque, and achieving higher speeds required shifting to third gear to compensate for the restricted motor RPM.
Battery Compatibility Issues and Solutions
Another hurdle involved battery compatibility. While the system initially functioned with a low SOC 96s battery, a fully charged battery caused the inverter to malfunction. The solution involved modifying the battery measurement resistor array to trick the inverter into recognizing the 96s battery as an 80s battery. This workaround allowed the system to operate with the newer battery.
OpenInverter Firmware: Unleashing Full Potential
A significant breakthrough came with the implementation of an inverter running OpenInverter firmware. This upgrade unlocked the motor’s full potential, enabling phase currents of 400-500 amps and eliminating the RPM limitations. The increased power allowed for starting in second gear and achieving higher speeds in lower gears, significantly improving overall performance. The user reported effortless acceleration and speeds exceeding 100km/h in second gear, eliminating the need for frequent gear changes.
Exploring the Outlander’s Inverter Potential
While the user’s experience focuses on a different vehicle, it raises questions about the potential of the Mitsubishi Outlander’s original inverter. Could similar modifications or firmware upgrades unlock hidden performance capabilities? This is a topic ripe for discussion on Outlander forums. Further investigation into utilizing the motor output of the Outlander’s inverter is warranted, as the user’s initial attempts yielded minimal results. Sharing information and experiences on Outlander forums could lead to discovering untapped potential within the factory system. Exploring alternative firmware options and modifications could pave the way for enhanced performance in the Mitsubishi Outlander.
