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Question ODESC V4.2 + Hoverboard Motor - Voltage Question

Discussion in 'Direct Drive Wheels' started by maxcodl, Dec 18, 2025 at 10:26.

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    hi im Max

    so basically i’m starting my journey to build a DIY Direct Drive wheel using a hoverboard motor and an ODESC V4.2 board. I’ve been researching the setup, but I have a doubt regarding the board voltage versions

    I was advised to go with the 56V version of the ODESC instead of the 24V one to be "safe and future-proof," with the idea being that a higher voltage rating prevents the board from frying during high-torque peaks or "crazy events."
    so my question is
    1. Is it true that the 56V board is safer for a 24V system, or does it not matter?
    2. Im planning to buy a 24V 20Amp power supply ready will the 56V board handle this fine?
    3. Does the higher voltage rating on the board help with back-EMF (electricity sent back by the motor) during fast steering?
    Well i already ordered the 54v version but was having second thoughts
    maxcodl, Dec 18, 2025 at 10:26
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