PERMANENT MAGNET

MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER

MODEL 1210

F E AT U R E S
Smooth and Secure Control
• Advanced closed-loop speed regulation maintains
precise speed over varied terrain, obstacles, curbs
and ramps.
• Linear cutback of current ensures smooth control,
even with low batteries or on hot days, with no
abrupt loss of power.
• Speed Limit potentiometer input provides control
over the maximum vehicle speed.
• Proprietary algorithms help prevent gearbox wear
while providing smooth starts and reversals.
• The vehicle is brought to a complete stop before
the electromagnetic brakes are applied to prevent
harsh jarring.
• Inhibit line prevents driving while charging.
• Key-Off Decel function ensures a smooth brake to
stop when the key is turned off.
• Anti roll-back/roll-forward function improves vehicle
DESCRIPTION
control on hills and ramps.
The Curtis Model 1210 Motor Speed Controller • Internal main contactor provides secure power-off
and reverse battery polarity protection.
provides precise and smooth control of permanent
magnet drive motors for battery powered vehicles. Easy Installation and Setup
• Over 40 parameters can be easily programmed
with Model 1311 handheld or 1314 PC programmers,
A P P L I C AT I O N or direct from factory.
• Interfaces to several throttle types, including wig-
Ideal for 3 and 4 wheel mobility aids (scooters) and
wag (center-off).
light industrial products such as pedestrian sweepers
• Simplified troubleshooting and diagnostics.
and scrubbers. The Curtis Model 1210’s programmability
• Standard 18 pin Molex and Fast-on terminals
allows it to be used anywhere low power permanent
provide proven robust connection.
magnet motors are employed.

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F E AT U R E S c o n t i n u e d

Valuable Additional Features Regulatory Compliance

• Push-Switch input releases the brake and allows the • FDA documentation filed.
motor to free-wheel. • Unique power design produces low RF emissions to
• Push-Too-Fast software restricts vehicle top speed, meet stringent medical limits.
even with the key off. • High RF immunity prevents speed variation and shut-
• Built-in functions simplify the wiring needed to add downs in noisy RF environments.
a seat lift. • Controller power circuits and microprocessor software
• Multi-mode provides for two distinct and program- are continuously monitored for proper operation.
mable control modes (indoor/outdoor modes). • System start-up checks detect a defective throttle,
• Power Saver function deactivates the main con- brake, or associated wiring and disables drive.
tactor after a period of non-use to reduce battery • Reverse Beeper function alerts bystanders.
drain.
• Optional power and signal wiring boots provide
• Battery Discharge Indicator output option provides improved sealing for operation in harsh environments
an accurate signal of the battery charge. (IP54 with boots, IP40 without).

MODEL CHART
Voltage Drive Current Rating
Rating Peak 1 Hour
Model No. (volts) (amps) (amps)

1210-22XX 24 45 15
1210-24XX 24 70 20

DIMENSIONS: mm

147mm
94mm

43mm

J1 J2
Power Logic Programmer
connections connector connector
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TYPICAL WIRING

**OPTIONAL SWITCH OPERATED BY MECHANICAL

BRAKE RELEASE
H
HORN

R J1-14
BRAKE +
STATUS LED
BRAKE -
J1-6 **
J1-9 EM BRAKE
STATUS J1-17
REVERSE
J1-8
MODE
J2-4 +15V J1-7
PUSH
J2-2 1210 J1-16
GROUND HORN
J2-3 CONTROLLER J1-5
TxDATA KSI
J2-1
RxDATA J1-15
BDI BDI
PROGRAMMER B- J1-1
J1-18 KEY SWITCH
SPEED LIMIT POT B+ J1-10
SPEED LIMIT POT
(OPTIONAL) M1

J1-3
POT HIGH

J1-4 M
POT WIPER

J1-13
POT LOW
M2
J1-2
B-
BATTERY J1-11
B+
CHARGER
J1-12
INHIBIT
B+

B-

WA R R A N T Y
Two Year Limited Warranty (see terms of sale for specifics).

is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc. © Curtis Instruments, Inc. 2005

Specifications subject to change without notice 50123revB 8/05