Pneumatic wheels absorb irregularities and obstacles better, cushioning the occupant to make it more comfortable and stable. Many electronic aluminium wheelchairs come with advanced features. However, they have one drawback: they can be punctured, so they need maintenance.
For this reason, we recommend solid wheels, which do not get punctured. The most sought after requirement is that the electric chair can be folded, which is light but without giving up the resistance. A fold that allows to occupy the minimum space and a high portability are key factors when choosing a chair.
It is important that a wheelchair can fit in the car. We have several chair models that fold completely in less than three seconds. On the other hand, there are detachable electric wheelchairs.
The lightest chairs have a maximum weight capacity of around 100 kg. If you need a stronger chair, the price can increase. We always recommend that if a chair supports 100 kg, it is driven by a user of no more than 90 kg as the chair may struggle when climbing a hill. Motor speed and battery life are also affected by the weight of the user.
Batteries can run out but the duration can vary considerably depending on how you take care of them. Never disconnect the batteries from the current until they are fully charged.
Charge the batteries once a month even if you have not used it. Batteries can be spoiled by not using them.
Never exhaust the battery charge completely. If you always use up the battery, the service life is approximately 8 or 9 months. If you take care of them and put them to charge when they have consumed 30 percent, the battery can last up to 3 years. It is important to look at the battery indicator on your power chair.
In the standard version, the engine power is set to the maximum. This power is useful when it comes to overcoming obstacles or climbing hills. If you live in an area where the terrain is flat and you will not need it, you can reduce it.
That the chair automatically decelerates when making turns is a safety measure to take into account. Imagine what would happen if you took a curve at the same speed at which you move in a straight line.
Electric chairs with central traction. These motorized chairs have six wheels, the central being the largest and the one in charge of receiving the power of the engines. The central contraction chairs have many advantages. First of all, they are more intuitive and comfortable to drive because they have a very good handling.