Autonomous Forklift Motion Solution
Autonomous forklift OEMs (narrow-aisle pallet movers, stackers, reach trucks, straddle stackers) requiring integrated traction + steering + pump control with global certification.
Purpose-built motion control for autonomous forklifts. KD200/KD210 controllers integrate traction, pump, and steering in one unit (24V/48V wide voltage). SMC servo motors with 20-bit absolute encoder and ≥92% efficiency. G2100H-CTP HMI with 10.1" screw-lock industrial touchscreen. Kinco holds 60%+ China market share in autonomous forklift drive/motor components.
FIG.02 FORKLIFT KD200/210 · SMC #1 China Where this recipe fits
Autonomous forklifts — narrow-aisle pallet movers, electric stackers, reach trucks, and straddle stackers — require integrated motion control that handles traction, hydraulic pump operation, and steering simultaneously. Conventional brushless DC drive solutions suffer from low motion precision, poor low-speed response, inaccurate steering angles, and repeated homing after power-up. Kinco's KD200/210 controller platform consolidates these functions with closed-loop encoder control, plug-compatible mounting, and IP65 sealing for harsh warehouse environments.
What the system needs to do
Integrated Controller
- Traction + pump + steering control in a single unit (KD210)
- 24V–60VDC wide voltage range
- Built-in PLC function with open programming environment
- 0.3Hz full-load operation via encoder closed-loop algorithm
Motor & Drive
- SMC130D series 1.5–3 kW servo with 20-bit absolute encoder
- ≥92% efficiency, CE/UL/RoHS certified
- Built-in thermal protection (option)
- Gearbox: GK10 (1.5kW) / GK16 (3kW)
Operator HMI
- 10.1" industrial capacitive touchscreen (G2100H-CTP)
- 1280×800 resolution, dual HDMI + VGA + Type-C
- Screw-lock connectors for vibration resistance
- Plug-and-play (no configuration software required)
Multi-brand component selection
The list below is a starting point. Final part numbers, quantities, and accessories are confirmed during RFQ based on motor power, I/O count, protocol, and certification scope.
| Role | Component | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| CTRL | Kinco KD210-1-250-L | Integrated traction + pump (24V/48V) · controls 3-phase async/sync |
| CTRL | Kinco KD200-1-250-L | Traction-only controller (24V/48V) |
| DRIVE | Kinco FD164S-AB-000 | 1.5–3 kW servo drive · for SMC130D pairing |
| DRIVE | Kinco FD125-AB-000 | Steering drive · 24V/48V |
| MOTOR | Kinco SMC130D-0150-30WBK-4DSH-NT03 | 1.5 kW · with GK10 gearbox · for ≤2m lift pallet truck |
| MOTOR | Kinco SMC130D-0300-30WBK-4DSH-NM04 | 3 kW · with GK16 gearbox |
| WHEEL | Kinco iSMD60D-040-DQAK-AA-000 | Integrated steering drive wheel · multi-turn encoder |
| WHEEL | Kinco iGMK60D-040-DMAK-AA-000-G035 | Alternative integrated steering wheel · single-turn encoder |
| HMI | Kinco G2100H-CTP | 10.1" industrial touchscreen · HDMI+VGA · plug-and-play |
Reference comparison: vs Curtis controllers and conventional brushless DC drive stacks.
Alternative selection reference only. Final compatibility must be verified by power rating, I/O count, protocol, software logic, cabinet layout, safety requirements, and local approval.
How we size each component
- KD210 selected for forklifts requiring integrated pump control; KD200 sufficient for traction-only.
- 1.5 kW + GK10 gearbox covers pallet trucks/stackers with ≤2m lift. 3 kW + GK16 gearbox for higher-duty applications.
- Steering drive wheel selection: iSMD60D (multi-turn) for sites with frequent power cycles, iGMK60D (single-turn) for cost-sensitive applications with predictable startup positioning.
- Reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts requiring 80V servo systems can adapt via 72–96V servo drives — consult engineering review.
Practical notes for cabinet build
- CAN bus topology with proper termination
- Absolute-encoder steering motors retain position after power loss — no homing required on startup
- G2100H-CTP HDMI/VGA cables must use screw-lock to resist vibration
- Battery loop with appropriate fusing and emergency disconnect
Coming from a legacy brand
- Replacing Curtis controllers: KD210 covers traction + pump + steering, deployment is simpler than Curtis equivalent.
- Existing PLC logic may need to be re-implemented in KD210's built-in PLC module.
- HMI screen layout from legacy systems must be re-built in Kinco DTP software.
When to use this recipe — and when not to
Good fit
- Autonomous forklift OEMs scaling beyond pilot deployment
- Customers replacing Curtis or similar legacy controllers
- Projects requiring rapid quote-to-delivery on standard configurations
Not the right fit
- Forklifts requiring high-voltage 80V+ systems outside the 72–96V adapter range without engineering review
- Applications requiring functional-safety levels beyond STO (e.g., dual-channel safety bus)
- Sites requiring vendor-specific telematics (Crown, Toyota OEM platforms)
Available technical documentation
The documents below can be shared during RFQ review. Some materials are subject to NDA depending on the manufacturer.
Questions about this recipe
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