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Old 12-08-2010, 04:05 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Yup, it's an SCR based controller.

But I'm not looking to use the controller as a motor controller . I was looking to use it as a bench variable power supply / small battery charger only.

The motor, on the other hand... I can think of a few little projects I might use it for as either a motor or generator.

I'm pretty sure the motor tag said .4 hp. I'll double check and get back to you.

The treadmill is a "Weslo cadence 815" WCTL8159

EDIT: another cool thing is there was a good wiring schematic taped inside the cover over the motor/controller/guts area.
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