What Type of Signal Does a Trailer Brake Controller Generate
Updated 10/25/2017 | Published 10/24/2017
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Does the trailer brake controller output a DC voltage that goes from low to high as more braking power is needed? Or does the controller generate a PWM signal to vary the effective voltage to the brake magnets? We have so many trailers that often have problems, and I want to build a light/brake tester box.
asked by: Mister B
Expert Reply:
Trailer brake controllers such as the excellent Prodigy series, models P2 # 90885 and P3 # 90195, generate a varying DC output voltage depending on the power/boost setting on the controller.
If set at full power such units will generate a bit over 12 volts to the brake magnets; lower power settings will deliver reduced voltage to the brake magnets and deliver lower braking pressure.
You may find the linked articles on trailer brake controllers to be of interest.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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