Motion Healthcare · folding powerchair
Used Motion Healthcare Electron
The Motion Healthcare Electron is a folding powerchair with a magnesium frame. With its cushions and batteries out it weighs 11.7 kg, and it folds to 30 × 58 × 66 cm. It runs on two lithium batteries for a range of up to 20 miles (Motion's figure), goes up to 4 mph and carries users up to 18.9 stone.
At a glance
11.7 kg
Weight (without cushions and batteries)
Up to 20 miles
Range
4 mph
Top speed
18.9 stone
Maximum user weight
In stock now
None in stock at the moment.
Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 4 mph |
| Range | Up to 20 miles on its two batteries (maker's figure) |
| Maximum gradient | 12° |
| Ground clearance | 4 cm |
| Turning radius | 81.2 cm (the manual calls it the turning circle) |
| Motors | 2 × 180W |
| Batteries | 2 × 25.2V 10.2Ah lithium, 257.04 Wh each |
| Battery weight | 1.785 kg each |
| Charging | 5 to 7 hours per battery, through a port under the joystick |
| Air travel | Motion call the batteries airline-friendly; check with your airline |
| Size and weight | |
| Length × width × height | 93.3 × 58 × 89.5 cm |
| Folded (L × W × H) | 30 × 58 × 66 cm |
| Seat width | 40.5 cm |
| Seat depth | 41 cm |
| Backrest height | 40.4 cm |
| Front wheels | 17.78 cm (7") |
| Rear wheels | 20.32 cm (8") |
| Weight without cushions and batteries | 11.7 kg |
| Total weight | 16.2 kg |
| Maximum user weight | 18.9 stone (120 kg) |
| Frame | Magnesium |
| Features | |
| Attendant joystick | Wired into the chair, on every Electron |
| Joystick | Fits on the left or the right |
| Armrests | Flip up |
| Footrest | Folding |
| Anti-tip wheels | Adjustable |
| Travel bag | Some come with the zip-up travel bag supplied new |
Before you buy a used Electron
How far will the Electron go on a charge?
Up to 20 miles on its two batteries, which is Motion Healthcare's own figure. Motion say range varies with the batteries' condition, the weather and temperature, the ground and the user's weight. Each battery takes 5 to 7 hours to charge.
How heavy is it to lift, and how small does it fold?
With the cushions and batteries off it weighs 11.7 kg, and each battery 1.785 kg. Complete, it weighs 16.2 kg. Folded, it stands on its own legs and measures 30 × 58 × 66 cm.
What is the maximum user weight, and how fast does it go?
It carries users up to 18.9 stone (120 kg) and goes up to 4 mph. Motion give a maximum gradient of 12 degrees and a ground clearance of 4 cm.
Can a carer drive it?
Yes. Every Electron has an attendant joystick wired into the chair, so a carer or companion can take control when needed.
Can I take it on a plane?
Motion call its two lithium batteries airline-friendly; each is 257.04 Wh. Airlines set their own rules for battery-powered chairs, so check with yours before you book.
Is the Electron right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.