PERMANENT MAGNET

MOTOR SPEED CONTROLLER

MODEL 1228

F E AT U R E S
• Four quadrant, full bridge solid-state design.

Meets US and European Regulations

• Curtis Model 1228 motor speed controllers are

designed to carry the CE marking in compliance
with EMC directive 89/336/EEC.
• Designed to meet ANSI/RESNA WC14/21,
ISO 7176-14, ISO 7176-21 and EN 1284.
• All software documentation needed to support
510K FDA filing is available.

Fully Programmable
• Easily adapted to meet many specific scooter, sweeper
scrubber or light industrial equipment applications.
• Seat lift function is programmable to allow a single
controller to implement traction and lift functions.
• Use of an electromagnetic brake is user selectable
D E S C R I P T I O N
depending upon the type of application.
Curtis Model 1228 Permanent Magnet Motor Speed
Easy to Install, Set-Up and Diagnose
Controllers provide smooth and precise operating
control, providing maximum user confidence. Model • Standard 18-pin Molex Mini-fit Jr. logic connectors
1228 fully complies with European and US regulations makes wiring simple and inexpensive.
and is fully programmable. • Internally protected against damage due to possible
mis-wiring during installation.

A P P L I C AT I O N • Can be interfaced with normal or inverted, wig-

wag (center off), single ended (speed pot and
Ideal for OEM applications on three or four wheeled direction switch), and 0-5V throttle types, including
mobility aids, such as scooters, and for light industrial limited range throttles down to 500Ω full stroke.
equipment such as sweepers and scrubbers.
• Auxiliary B+ and B- terminals and an inhibit input
for connecting to a battery charger.
• Diagnostic information (throttle faults, low battery,
etc.) is available through dash-mounted LED flash
codes and Curtis handheld programmers.

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

Powerful Safety Features

• Inhibit input prevents driving during charging. • The motor current limit is smoothly reduced as the
• Control monitoring functions prevent driving with a controller heats up beyond thermal limits, making
defective throttle or associated wiring. available the maximum safe power under all condi-
tions.
• Fault monitoring capability of electromagnetic
brake functions is OEM selectable for individual • With the electromagnetic brake selected, the
vehicle requirements. controller varies the brake operation to provide
smooth and secure stops.
• If the keyswitch signal is turned Off while
driving, the vehicle will decelerate normally, rather • Provision for a separate speed limit pot allows
than stopping abruptly. smooth, linear adjustment of top speed.
• Where electromagnetic brake is used, push input • Gear softening compensates for slack in worn
electrically releases brake for key-on pushing. transaxles to provide smooth transitions.
• If the vehicle is allowed to freewheel, the controller Designed and Built for Optimum Reliability,
will automatically limit the maximum speed to a Convenience and Economy
preset low speed. • Conservative components rating provides years of
• A user supplied external warning beeper can be trouble-free operation, and lower warranty costs.
installed to alert bystanders when moving in • Power Saver shuts the controller Off after a
reverse direction. programmable time preserving the battery.
• The braking current limit is not decreased • MultiMode™ control allows the user to select two
with high temperature, allowing the controller to entirely different sets of driving parameters for
provide maximum braking on extended down- different driving modes, such as indoor and
slopes. outdoor use.
Smooth, Secure Driving Feel • Battery Discharge Indicator (BDI) driver provides
• The feel of advanced closed-loop control battery state-of-charge on a simple, user supplied
algorithms gives the operator confidence in the voltmeter.
handling, operation and control of the vehicle, • Appropriate mounting or shielding is required to
whether it is driving at full speed, on a steep hill or prevent exposure of controller electronics when
inching over a curb. used in wet or high particulate environments.
• Provides superior low speed control by compensat- Environmental rating of controller is IP40.
ing for both motor and controller losses.

DIMENSIONS: mm (inches)

4.8 DIA, 2 PLCS

43

91

6.8

B+ B- M2 M1 LOGIC PROG

6.8
156
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M O D E L C H A R T

Voltage Drive Current Rating Undervoltage Overvoltage

Rating 15 Sec. 1 Min.* 1 Hour* Cutback Cutoff
Model No. (volts) (amps) (amps) (amps) (volts) (volts)

1228-24XX 24 70 70 35 17 36
1228-27XX 24 110 75 35 17 36
1228-29XX 24 110 110 40 17 36
1228-34XX 36 70 70 35 17 48
* Typical value, application dependent.
T Y P I C A L W I R I N G
** OPTIONAL SWITCH OPERATED BY MECHANICAL
BRAKE RELEASE
H
HORN

J10-14
BRAKE +
J10-6
**
BRAKE -
EM BRAKE
R
REVERSE J10-17

MODE SELECT J10-8

STATUS LED
J10-7
PUSH

HORN J10-16
J10-9
STATUS J10-5
KSI

J10-15
BDI BDI

1228
B- J10-1
CONTROLLER
B+ J10-10
J10-18 SEAT LIFT
SPEED LIMIT POT J6 (OPTIONAL)
SPEED LIMIT POT M1
(OPTIONAL)
J10-3 POT HIGH J5

J10-4 POT WIPER S

NC

J10-13
POT LOW
THROTTLE
CONTROL
T
J4
J10-2
B- M2
J10-11 J3 TRACTION
BATTERY B+
CHARGER K1
J10-12 INHIBIT
J1
GROUND

B+
Tx DATA

Rx DATA

J2
+15V

B-
J9-2

J9-3
J9-4

J9-1

SEAT LIFT SWITCH

(OPTIONAL)

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. 2003

Specifications subject to change without notice 50053 REV D 4/03