Re: Treadmill Motors as Servos - DC Motor Controller –

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> Thanks for the Surplus Center information for their item# 10-1783.
> Argord Corp permanent magnet motor, 1.2 amps at 95 VDC unloaded.
> John Hansford – is the Surplus Center item# 11-2269 controller,
> 90/180 VDC speed controller w/pot compatible with the motor? Does
> the controller plug into 120 VAC, or do I need to purchase something
> to go between the 120 VAC supply and the controller?
>

A treadmill motor is usually a brushed motor. like an electric drill
or dremel or router.

the speed controller is typical for these motors. there should be a
current limiting pot on board so you don't burn out the motor.

Item# 11-2449 pretty much the same thing, lower cost.

On a treadmill, there is a large flywheel and typically a large
inductor in series with the motor.



Dave