Molabo Launches ISCAD (Intelligent Stator Cage Drive) motor technology

Molabo introduces ISCAD motor technology in off-highway, industrial, and commercial markets with the ONOX, a fully electric tractor featuring a battery-swapping system.

Bayern, Germany - MOLABO GmbH., an electric motor manufacturer, has launched ISCAD (Intelligent Stator Cage Drive) motor technology for off-highway, industrial, and commercial markets. The first off-highway application is the ONOX, a fully electric tractor featuring an award-winning battery-swapping system.

ISCAD technology delivers 25 to 200 kW of peak power and up to 150 kW of continuous power at just 48 V. The ONOX tractor features four 50 kW Aries 50 drives-two main drives and two power take-offs (PTOs)-providing ample power for tough terrain. The PTOs supply clean, quiet electric energy to power implements.

Mr. Daniel Hornung, Project manager of ONOX, said, "There were several reasons why we chose to partner with Molabo. The motor delivers approximately 40 % more power than our previous generation at just 48 volts. The motor is also quite compact in design and has an integrated motor controller for simplicity."

With over 65,000 farms in Germany producing renewable energy, the ONOX tractor pairs with on-farm biogas, wind, or solar power to reduce emissions and costs. Its battery-swapping system eliminates downtime, charges via farm renewables, and serves as backup energy storage. Ideal for light farming, it's in final approval and testing.

Mr. Adrian Patzak, COO of Molabo GmbH, said, "After successful entries in the recreational and commercial marine segments, we’re thrilled to offer our low-voltage electric drive systems to the off-highway, industrial, agricultural and commercial segments. In the past, low-voltage drives were only available up to 30 kW. Thanks to our patented ISCAD technology, OEMs can now develop powerful emission-free vehicles and equipment that are easy to certify, service, and maintain."