Wheelchair Brake
Violet Mcdow
Wheelchair brakes, also known as wheel locks, are the most commonly used item on a wheelchair. Wheel locks are essential in safety and stability during transfers to and from the wheelchair. Easy to replace and an important safety feature.
Wheelchair wheel lock clamps are an essential wheelchair part. Wheel lock clamps secure the wheel lock to the wheelchair tightly and safely. From time to time wheel lock clamps need to be replaced and DME Hub has several clamp sizes to fit a variety...
The Quickie Ergo Handle Pull to Lock Wheel Lock is the newest version of the classic Quickie pull style wheel lock. It has the same mechanical function of the traditional straight handle lock but the new curved ergo handle makes it easier for side...
The Push to Lock Flush Mount Wheel Lock by Ki Mobility is flush to the seat after engagement. The lever moves out of the way for people who perform lateral seat transfers. May be ordered with or without wheelchair clamps. Fits most ultralights with...
The Ki Mobility Pull to Lock Wheel Lock is by far the most popular wheelchair wheel lock designs. After engagement the lever is at 45 degrees and is easily reachable. May be ordered with or without wheelchair clamps. Fits most ultralights with 1", 1...
The Ki Mobility Push to Lock Wheel Lock is by far the most popular wheelchair wheel lock designs. After engagement the lever is at 45 degrees and is easily reachable. May be ordered with or without wheelchair clamps. Fits most ultralights with 1", 1...
The Ki Mobility Under Seat Scissor Lock is a traditional scissor lock. The levers are under the seat and pulled forward to engage the lock. Good to use for people who transfer often. Durable metal design which is compact and sits out of the way...
The Ki Mobility lightweight composite scissor wheel lock is compact and stylish. The single action lever retracts to a position that is completely away from the tire and wheel so you don't have to worry about catching your thumb when wheeling around. ...
The Quickie Ergo Handle Push to Lock Wheel Lock is the newest version of the classic Quickie push style wheel lock. It has the same mechanical function of the traditional straight handle lock but the new curved ergo handle makes it easier for side...
The Quickie Pull to Lock Wheel Lock is by far the most popular wheelchair wheel lock design of all time. Traditional in style, durable in quality, it's your basic ultralight wheelchair wheel lock. In fact, a lot of chair users replace the standard wheel...
The Quickie Push to Lock Wheel Lock is by far the most popular wheelchair wheel lock design of all time. Traditional in style, durable in quality, it's your basic ultralight wheelchair wheel lock. In fact, a lot of chair users replace the standard wheel...
TiLite has taken the traditional pull to lock wheel lock to another level. The Unilock Pull to Lock wheel lock by TiLite is exception compared to other wheel locks on the market. In fact, a lot of chair users replace their factory wheel locks with this...
TiLite has taken the traditional push to lock wheel lock to another level. The Unilock Push to Lock wheel lock by TiLite is exception compared to other wheel locks on the market. In fact, a lot of chair users replace their factory wheel locks with this...
The TiLite lightweight composite scissor wheel lock is compact and stylish. The single action lever retracts to a position that is completely away from the tire and wheel so you don't have to worry about catching your thumb when wheeling around. It...
The TiLite lightweight composite Pull to Lock wheel lock is compact and stylish. The short throw ergonomic handle gets out of the way for transferring and the thick rubber grip is durable and stays in place.Compact, Composite, ErgonomicPull to lock...
The TiLite lightweight composite Push to Lock wheel lock is compact and stylish. The short throw ergonomic handle gets out of the way for transferring and the thick rubber grip is durable and stays in place.Compact, Composite, ErgonomicPush to lock...
The problem that needs to be solved is that we are often pushing a grown man on a steep hill. If the person pushing the wheelchair were to stumble and release the chair, it would probably end in death as the road is not only steep, it is also full of bends and has irresponsible, speeding cars and buses.
You could have a spring loaded brake acting on the rear wheels, released only when the push handles are pushed, and bent down, like many airport carts. But in this case with light cables transferring the controls from the brakes to the push handles.
One would need to attach a pair of balance legs to stabilize the chair from flipping back, to the back of the chair like this photo. This chair already has attendant breaks with lock, but they engage when pulled.
You would need to make sure the centre of gravity with the person in the chair is sufficiently far forward of the rear axle to prevent this tipping, BUT this may be more of a disadvantage as the person in the chair may balance on the rear wheels to avoid obstacles in tight spaces...
The problems with such a system are that you need to consider the friction required to slow and then stop the wheelchair safely. A dead stop engaging mechanism would be horribly dangerous whereas a spring loaded energy absorption collar would certainly be requisite in the design.
Several manufacturers make "hill climbers" or "Grade Aids" which prevents the chair from rolling backwards when the the occupant is not gripping the hand rim. It is a one-way cam system, very simple, but only works in one direction. See order form for a Quickie 2 Sunrise Medical: -b04c-4fb7-b0fa-da9613236bbd/manual-wheelchairs-Quickie-folding-wheelchairs-Quickie-2-Documents-Order-Forms-Quickie-2-Order-Form-2022.aspx
Wheelchair wheel grips are an essential accessory for anyone who uses a wheelchair. They provide a better grip on the wheels, making it easier to push the chair. Wheelchair wheel grips are also available in a variety of colors and styles, so you can find.
Wheelchair Brake Extensions is perfect for wheelchair users who find themselves overreaching for their wheelchair brakes constantly. This type provides more leverage and a good wheelchair brake should be effortlessly to engage but provides a solid STOP in locking in the wheels for safety.
Wheelchair brake extensions are used to provide the user a mechanism that extends outwards for them to use while seated. This allows a user to use the brakes that may not be able to reach the brake lever otherwise. The extending brake tip is very convenient for people to need a better grip when they are braking on their chair.
An important safety feature for any manual wheelchair, Wheelchair wheel locks limit the movement of the wheelchair making it easier to transfer into and out of the wheelchair. They help reduce the need to hold uncomfortable positions and avoid unnecessary counterbalancing.
If you need assistance finding the wheel locks that will work best for you, please contact our friendly and knowledgeable customer service representatives who can go through your options and make recommendations for your chair.
Wheel hub locks are another option that have a concealed lever that locks the wheel via the wheel hub instead of the tyre. Extensions are also available for people who have less strength or limited reach, which can help you to operate your chair independently.
Wheelchair brakes are generally not designed to slow a wheelchair down when it is moving, although
some people do use them for this purpose. Different types of wheelchair have different braking mechanisms to slow a chair down while it is moving. For example, manual wheelchairs users can slow their wheelchairs down by using pressure from their hands on the wheel rims, while electric wheelchairs have controls to slow the chair down.
Often, it is possible for the user of the chair or an assistant to do this themselves. Where possible, learning to maintain your own wheelchair is a valuable life skill that can help support your independence. Most wheelchairs come with a basic toolkit which can be used for rudimentary repairs.
However, you might well feel more comfortable leaving trickier adjustments to the experts. If you received your wheelchair from your local health authority, you should be able to make an appointment with them to have any necessary adjustments done. Alternatively, shops that specialise in mobility aids will likely have staff members who are trained in wheelchair maintenance who can help.
Not every type of wheelchair brake will be appropriate for every wheelchair. If you need replacements, it is a good idea to buy the same brakes that originally came with your wheelchair. If you find suitable alternative brakes, they will likely be attached to the same part of the frame as your old ones. This means they can be attached using the toolkit provided when originally receiving your wheelchair.
It seems like the brake
It seems like the brake wires are somehow connected to the Black and Red wires to the motor somewhere around the motor brushes.
By cutting them, is it possible that it interrupts the current flow through the motor? I am wondering if I should put a jumper wire on the ends that I cut. My battery has plenty of power because I checked it with a 12V battery operated winch and it runs the winch ok.
I'm a first year, mature BScN student in LTC placement, and I understand that the theory we learn in class doesn't always translate completely to actual practice, but this one is piquing my curiosity and challenging my thinking skills.
After feeding a non-ambulatory, aphasic resident, I returned her to her room in her wheelchair, but had to wait for staff to complete her transfer (ceiling lift) to her bed. I stepped out in the hall to greet the PSWs and as I reoriented the resident's wheelchair for the transfer, I unlocked the brakes I had applied and said how in class and lab it had been drilled in that we always have to make sure that safety precaution is taken. The PSW then explained to me that applying the brakes like that (and leaving the resident, even momentarily) would actually be considered a restraint and a fine could result if the Ministry should happen to witness it during an inspection.
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