I have a Badlands 120 volt winch motor, when I release either the reel in or let out button the motor operates for 1-2 seconds after release. I included a clip from another person’s YouTube video as I don’t have a video of my own. Is there a way to eliminate this “extra runtime” so it immediately stops the motor when either switch is released?

https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxH0aWqoQxM4oPl-0czGJLVRpfMpdzadG8?si=ZvkyZke5T5GRjKSs

Regards,
Mike

 

What is the nature of the motor, Type etc?
It is probably because of the high gearing ratio that causes this 'Over-run' when the motor is turned off.
One way that 'might' work is to short the motor terminals immediately after the power is removed, depends on the type of motor.

 

What is the nature of the motor, Type etc?

Here is a link to the winch, I haven’t opened the case so I’m not sure if this helps.

https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-...RGhBK38lGhX3x_-WUgnkrvRUZT6iY8z4aAkYmEALw_wcB

 

Not sure the best approach on that motor, generally the manuf has fitted a brake for this function.

 

If the cable continues to move in or out after the power is released then the brake is not functioning correctly. Brakes do wear out, and they certainly can be incorrectly adjusted. AND if the original control scheme has been modified, "improved"??, or somehow changed, run-on can result.

 

@CaptainDad Check if it even has a brake, some do not.

 

I quit watching after a bit because there was no detail shown. Maybe it coasted, maybe we just saw the cable swinging around.
For ran actual demonstration, hang a weight on the hoist and then let it move a couple inches, with the camera a lot closer.

 

Evidentally that unit is fitted with two stage planetary gearing, so without a brake it is going to over-run quite a bit without one. !

 

One thing missing was the sound of a brake applying. And now it hits me that if it is a winch, not a hoist, there is no mandate for it to have a brake. it may or not have one.
So you need to clarify if it is a HOIST, for lifting, or an actual WINCH, for pulling. Quite different applications, and very different rules. Really! Most winches do not have brakes, while it is generally mandated that all hoists have brakes. The link describes the application as "horizontal pulling", and so it will not have a brake function.
"Harbor Freight" also sells HOISTS that do have brakes that are very easy to hear operating and releasing. Those devices are sold as "Hoists" and the descriptions include vertical lifting ratings. The controls appear quite similar, and the brake control is integrated with the motor control.
The applications are much different, and the rules are vastly different. And the terminology can be a bit confusing.