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Re: blog; Motor Controller Options for 2015
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The body is made of aluminum, and it is isolated from the electronics inside. If you're concerned about cooling, rub some thermal paste on it and bolt it to an aluminum plate.
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Or don't risk violating the rule against modifying electronics and add a fan instead.
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What rule did you have in mind, that prohibits mounting a motor controller using the provided mounting holes?

The thermal paste could be omitted, if that is the concern.
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Yes, that would be the concern.
Just so everyone is aware, now that the 2015 rules are released:

R55 G


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