Bosch Motorsport Engine Control Unit MS 6.1 EVO
The Bosch Motorsport MS 6.1 EVO is a high-performance engine control unit designed to manage gasoline engines up to 12 cylinders. It offers advanced processing capabilities, flexibility, and extensive connectivity for demanding motorsport applications.
Key Features
- Optimized for low-pressure injection
- Measurement with 21 analog inputs
- 4 GB memory plus 4 GB upgrade
- SENT sensor support
Product Overview
The MS 6.1 EVO, part of the MS 6 family, features a powerful digital processing core with floating-point arithmetic and a high-end FPGA for superior performance and flexibility. It utilizes a new software development process based on MATLAB/Simulink, enabling rapid algorithm development and automatic code generation. Custom functions can be easily created. Its flexible hardware design supports complex or unusual engine and chassis configurations.
Image Description: The Bosch MS 6.1 EVO ECU is a compact, rectangular electronic control unit with multiple connectors, housed in an aluminum casing.
Application
Low Pressure Injection
- Max. 12 cylinders up to 12,500 rpm, high impedance injectors only
Ignition
- 12 x ignition control (IGBT or BJT), coils with integrated amplifier
Physical Engine Model for Fast Application
- Determine engine load by throttle position or air pressure signals
- Mixture control and basic ignition guided by main signal relative load
- Subsystems for pit speed, launch, RPM limiter, and ASR integrated within torque control
- Separated power cut functions to assist various gear cut systems
Diagnostics
- Integrated safety strategy for electronic throttle control
- Integrated support of manual gearshift
- Electronic throttle control (Optional, see Upgrades)
Functionality Options & Upgrades
Engine Function Packages
- Engine Function Package 1: Electronic Throttle Control, VVT, Turbo Control
- Engine Function Package 2: Traction Control, Launch Control
Measurement Package
- 17 Additional analog inputs
- Extension of 8 digital channels as analog/digital inputs (shared)
- 1 Additional function related input (Thermocouple K-type)
CCA Hardware Upgrade
- Provides the option to run customer-developed software code on Bosch ECU
Data Logging Options
- FULL_LOG_1: Extension for Partition 1, 1,500 channels, 1 kHz sampling rate
- FULL_LOG_2: Activation of Partition 2, 1,500 channels, 1 kHz sampling rate, 4 GB memory
Logging Rates
- Usage of all features: 300 kB/s
- Primary logging use case: 600 kB/s
- Logging data download rate: up to 4 MB/s
Gear Control Packages
- Gear Control Package 1: MEGA-Line functionality (requires MEGA-Line components). Links: MEGA-Line Support Request, MEGA-Line License Request Form
- Gear Control Package 2: Bosch Motorsport functionality
Software Packages (Drag Racing)
- SW Package MS 6 Drag 1: Launch Time, Launch Distance, Torque Pre-Control, Launch RPM Control, Universal Outputs for Time/Distance Controls
- SW Package MS 6 Drag 2 (requires Drag 1 License): Acceleration Sensor MM5.10 included, Time/Distance Boost Control, Driveshaft Speed Control, Driveshaft Gradient Control, Acceleration Control, Wheelie Control
Innovation License Device / Project
- Activation of additional functions for single device or project, including crank rotation detection, 2nd crank backup sensor, crank-preset, far-bank injector control, and cam-only synchronization.
DATA_USB
- Data copy to USB flash drive
Technical Specifications
Mechanical Data
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Housing | Aluminum |
| Connectors | 2 Bosch connectors (91-pin and 105-pin) |
| Size | 226 x 181 x 44 mm |
| Weight | 1,086 g |
| Protection Classification | IP54 |
| Temperature Range (internal sensors) | -20 to 80°C |
Electrical Data
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 6 to 18 V |
| CPU | Dual Core 667 MHz, FPGA |
Inputs
- 21 Analog Inputs: 6 reserved for electronic throttle, 3 no integrated pull-up, 3 angle synchronous measurement, 4 fixed 3.01 kOhm pull-up, 5 switchable 3.01 kOhm pull-up
- 6 Internal Measurements: 1 ambient pressure, 1 acceleration (6-axis), 2 ECU temperature, 2 ECU voltage
- 8 Function Related Inputs: 1 Thermocouple (K-type), 2 Lambda (LSU 4.9), 1 Lap trigger/beacon, 4 Knock sensors
- 18 Digital Inputs: Switchable Hall/inductive for flywheel, Hall for sync wheel, switchable Hall/DF11 for camshaft/wheel speed, switchable Hall/inductive for turbo speed, 1 digital switch (engine ON/OFF), 8 digital (e.g., SENT)
Sensor Supplies and Screens
- 4 x sensor supplies 5 V / 50 mA
- 3 x sensor supplies 5 V / 150 mA
- 7 x sensor grounds
- 2 x sensor screens
Outputs
- 28 Function Related Outputs: 12 x 2.2 A controls for low pressure injection (high impedance injectors), 12 x ignition control (IGBT/BJT) with integrated amplifier, 2 x 8.5 A H-bridge for electronic throttle, 2 x 4 A pwm lowside for Lambda heater
- 19 Freely Configurable Outputs: 1 x 8.5 A H-bridge, 2 x 4 A pwm lowside, 4 x 3 A pwm lowside, 8 x 2.2 A pwm lowside, 4 x 1 A pwm lowside
- 3 Output Signals: 1 x engine rpm, 1 x flywheel, 1 x trigger wheel
Software Tools (Free Download)
- Data Analysis tool: WinDarab V7
- System Configuration tool: RaceCon 2.7.0.9 or later
Mating Connectors
- Mating Connector 91 pins: Order number F02U.B00.711-01
- Mating Connector 105 pins: Order number F02U.B00.712-01
Norms and Standards
Product Safety
- EN IEC 62368-1:2020+A11:2020
Materials
- REACH - Nr. 1907/2006
EMC
- UNECE R10:rev.6/AMD1:2020
- KN41
- ISO 11452-2
- ISO 11452-4
- ISO 10605
- ISO 7637-2
- ISO 7367-3
- ISO 16750-2
- US FCC: Title 47, Part 15 Subpart B
- ICES-003
Testing
- SAE J1211
Communication
- 2 Ethernet
- 3 CAN
- 1 LIN
- 8 SENT
- 1 RS232
- 1 Time sync synchronization Ethernet
- 3 Communication screens
Installation Notes
- Maintenance Interval: 220 hours or a maximum of two years.
- Bosch Motorsport recommends calibration support based on user experience with ECUs.
Ordering Information
Engine Control Unit
- MS 6.1 EVO: Order number F02U.V03.113-01
Accessories
- Rugged USB flash drive: Order number F02U.V03.534-01
- Connector for USB flash drive on car loom side: Order number F02U.002.996-01
- Adapter cable to PC USB-Port: Order number F02U.V01.343-01
- Breakout Box BOB MS 6 EVO: Order number F02U.V02.294-02
- Mating Connector 91 pins: Order number F02U.B00.711-01
- Mating Connector 105 pins: Order number F02U.B00.712-01
Software Options
- Engine Function Package 1: Order number F02U.V02.001-01
- Engine Function Package 2: Order number F02U.V02.002-01
- Measurement Package: Order number F02U.V02.000-01
- CCA Hardware Upgrade per device: Order number F02U.V02.137-01
- FULL_LOG_1: Order number F02U.V02.304-01
- FULL_LOG_2: Order number F02U.V02.305-01
- Gear Control Package 1: Order number please contact MEGA-Line
- Gear Control Package 2: Order number F02U.V02.108-01
- SW Package MS 6 Drag 1: Order number F02U.V0U.409-01
- SW Package MS 6 Drag 2: Order number F02U.V0U.410-01
- Innovation License Device: Order number F02U.V02.510-01
- Innovation Package Project: Order number F02U.V02.511-01
- DATA_USB: Order number F02U.V03.476-01
Dimensions
The ECU housing is made of aluminum and has a rectangular shape. Key dimensions are approximately 226 mm (width) x 181 mm (depth) x 44 mm (height). It features mounting points and a circumferential sealing groove.
Represented By
Europe
Bosch Engineering GmbH
Motorsport
Robert-Bosch-Allee 1
74232 Abstatt
Germany
Tel.: +49 7062 911 9101
Fax: +49 7062 911 79104
motorsport@bosch.com
www.bosch-motorsport.de
North America
Bosch Engineering North America
Motorsport
38000 Hills Tech Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48331-3417
United States of America
Tel.: +1 248 876 2977
Fax: +1 248 876 7373
motorsport@bosch.com
www.bosch-motorsport.com
Asia-Pacific
Bosch Engineering Japan K.K.
Motorsports Department
1-9-32 Nakagawachuo, Tsuzuki-ku
Yokohama-shi
Kanagawa, 224-8601
Japan
Tel.: +81 45 605 3032
Fax: +81 45 605 3059
www.bosch-motorsport.jp
Australia, New Zealand and South Africa
Robert Bosch Pty. Ltd
Motorsport
1555 Centre Road
Clayton, Victoria, 3168
Australia
Tel.: +61 (3) 9541 3901
motor.sport@au.bosch.com
