Lexus GS450h Drivetrain

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GS450h inverter external connector
GS450h internal inverter connections

The Lexus GS450h VCU is an open source project to repurpose 2006-2012 Lexus GS450h inverters for DIY EV use. It consists of a circuit board and programming that replaces the original logic board in the inverter and allows independent control of it without communicating with a GS450h ECU.

GS450h Inverter

The Lexus GS450h is a hybrid vehicle. Their inverters are suitable and attractive for DIY EVs because of:

  • things

The Lexus GS450h (2006-2012 model years) has a variety of useful components inside the inverter package:

  • 2 high power inverters, for the 2 motors MG1 capable of handling X(?) amps, and MG2 capable of handling Y(?) amps.
  • A boost module to boost the 288v battery pack up to 650v

GS450h Converter

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