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This AC motor speed controller can handle most universal type (brushed) AC motors and other loads
up to about 250W. It works in much the same was a light dimmer circuit; by chopping part of the AC
waveform off to effectively control voltage. Because of this functionality, the circuit will work for a wide
variety of loads including incandescent light bulbs, heating elements, brushed AC motors and some
transformers. The circuit tries to maintain a constant motor speed regardless of load so it is also ideal
for power tools. Note that the circuit can only control brushed AC motors. Inductive motors require a
variable frequency control.

Schematic

Parts

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Part Description Substitutions
Qty.
R1 1 27K 1W Resistor
R2 1 10K 1/4W Resistor
R3 1 100K 1/4W Resistor
R4 1 33K 1/4W Resistor
R5 1 2.2K 1/4W Resistor
R6 1 1K 1/4W Resistor
R7 1 60K Ohm 1/4W Resistor
R8 1 3K Linear Taper Trim Pot
R9 1 5K Linear Taper Pot
4.7K Linear Taper Trim
R10 1
Pot
R11 1 3.3K 1/4W Resistor
R12 1 100 Ohm 1/4W Resistor
47 Ohm 1W Resistor
R13 1
(See Notes)
0.1uF Ceramic Disc
C1, C3 2
Capacitor
100uF 50V Electrolytic
C2 1
Capacitor
D1 1 6V Zener Diode
Q1 1 2N2222 NPN Transistor 2N3904
SCR1 1 ECG5400
TR1 1 TRIAC (See Notes)
DIAC Opto-Isolator (See
U1 1
Notes)
BR1,
2 5A 50V Bridge Rectifier
BR2
T1 1 Transformer (See Notes)
PC Board, Case, Line
MISC 1 Cord, Socket For U1,
Heatsinks

Notes

1. TR1 must be chosen to match the requirements of the load. Most generic TRIACs with ratings to
support your load will work fine in this circuit. If you find a TRIAC that works well, feel free to
leave a comment.

2. U1 must be chosen to match the ratings of TR1. Most generic DIAC based opto-isolators will
work fine. If you have success with a specific part, feel free to leave a comment.

3. T1 is any small transformer with a 1:10 turns ratio. The circuit is designed to run on 120V so a
120V to 12V transformer will work. Alternately, you can wind T1 on a transformer core using a
primary of 25 turns, a secondary of 200 turns, and 26 gauge magnet wire.

4. R9 is used to adjust motor speed. R10 is a trim pot used to fine tune the governing action of the
circuit. R8 fine tunes the feedback circuit to adjust for proper voltage at the gate of SCR1. It
should be adjusted to just past the minimum point at which the circuit begins to operate.

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5. R13 must be chosen to match the load. Generally, larger loads will require a smaller value.

6. Since this circuit is not isolated from mains, it must be built in an insulated case.

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Friday, September 26, 2014

anonymous AC Motor Speed Controller
10:20:34 PM
please im also interested in the above project. ac motor speed controller. can anyone provide notes
on how the circuit works. thanx in advance
Thursday, December 20,
Mohammed Ali AC Motor Speed Controller
2012 7:58:28 AM
The project is very good and i like it but it lacks notes on how the circuit operates,can any one pliz
sent me the circuit operation. Thank u in advance.
Thursday, November 01,
Bakos Gy R13 AC Motor Speed Controller
2012 7:12:29 PM
Is R13 not 0.47Ohm? I mean on full steam the written 250W motor consumes more than one amper,
counting that through with this 1ampere U=I*R=1*47=47Volt , P=U*I=47*1=47Watt ????!!!
Saturday, May 19, 2012
ebony AC Motor Speed Controller
8:17:06 AM
The project is ok and i like it but it lacks notes on how the circuit operates,can u pliz sent me the
circuit operation notes on my e-mail. Thank u in advance.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
anush AC Motor Speed Controller
9:51:30 PM
wonderful circuit. is it feasible to use this circuit for 220V?
Tuesday, March 01, 2011
tomal AC Motor Speed Controller
10:02:27 PM
I suppose number of turns for T1 transformer should be half for 220V. Pls correct me if I'm wrong. I
trying to build for 220V...
Thursday, February 17,
Selwyn AC Motor Speed Controller
2011 6:03:42 AM
Someone asked a question re this project on converting circuit to 220v. Any suggestions on
component values?
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
sandeep AC Motor Speed Controller
12:14:40 PM

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dear sir,i have an ac induction motor drive and also have a input circuit (i use previousely to operate
a dc motor),but the problem is it not works on ac drive.can u suggest on it. i can provide technical
detail and pictures of entire system. waiting for ur early reply.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
wind tech from Pine Ridge AC Motor Speed Controller
11:54:57 PM
About the diac used in the speed controller( to the person looking for a match to the triac) Diacs are
not much different depending on the part # they only severe to allow the triac to trigger symetrically in
both polarities of gate signal. They will not pass current until the gate trigger signal rises above the
mid twenty volt range in either +/- voltage.
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
madhu AC Motor Speed Controller
8:26:13 AM
this site is very useful for all the persons not only for techno grads but also for every one who are
interested in electrical machines which is one of the challenging subject it also helps in improving
knowledge
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Walter C. Van Choate AC Motor Speed Controller
2:38:39 AM
I was reffered to your site. I wanted to please ask if you could show me how to add the AC motor
controller to a vacuum cleaner that is way to fast to clean floor rugs, blinds, and counter tops....
Please be sure that your help with this matter willl be very much appreciated for sure. Willl be looking
in the email for your reply. Yours Respectfully, WC
Wednesday, November 25,
angel AC Motor Speed Controller
2009 12:08:06 AM
Very impressive design! but i want a circuit like this to operate in 220V AC. What should i do? i need
your immediate response. Thanks..
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
S P Naik AC Motor Speed Controller
10:35:55 AM
its a very informative site. Thank you to the persons who made this possible its really helping
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
vijay AC Motor Speed Controller
7:39:04 AM
hi sir i choosen this ac motorn speed controller as my project details of this project is very less so
please kindly send to a mail to me about all details and cost and another my main doubt is ratings
motor so please mentioned the ratings of motor
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Bent Ears Audio Laboratories AC Motor Speed Controller
4:14:25 PM
Great design! Took me about 2 hours to assemble and tweak. Works just as I wanted it to; took my
studio exhaust fan down to a nice slow rotation - just enough to pull a gentle draft out of the room.
Tom
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
fieroboom AC Motor Speed Controller
2:27:34 AM
Hey all, I just stumbled on this schematic, and headed off to eBay... I found a BTA12-600B (600V,
12A max) TRIAC 2-pack for $2.50 shipped... The only problem is I'm not finding any DIACS that are
anywhere near my needs (120V, 300W motor), much less being anywhere close to matching the
TRIACS as mentioned in the notes. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
Monday, May 25, 2009
farhan elahi AC Motor Speed Controller
6:04:31 AM
i studeid the controll system and i found it more sute able for all technitions.Thnk you for this.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
vimal AC Motor Speed Controller
6:20:52 AM
sir plz tell me what should i do to made the model of ACmotor speed controler
RAYMOND EUGENE
AC Motor Speed Controller AND Sunday, February 22, 2009
SIEGLER,PART TIME MAD
OTHER CIRCUT DIAGRAMS 3:45:47 AM
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AS YOU HAVE FOR ME.KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
JACK AC Motor Speed Controller
4:46:46 PM
Well im busy with this project and i kinda have a problem its not running as it should. Ive used a
BT139 triac do you think this might be a problem, anybody please.
Wednesday, September 24,
Asumadu Seth Sarfo AC Motor Speed Controller
2008 10:37:30 AM
Mr. Aaron I like youe AC Motor Speed Controller and I want to build it for my project work. Sir my
problem is, the power I wuold like to use is 220 volt but you said the circuit works with 120 volt.
please tell me what to do. My exams is very close.help me
Tuesday, September 16,
anonymous AC Motor Speed Controller
2008 3:56:21 AM
This circuit is radical!
Saturday, September 13,
joeM AC Motor Speed Controller
2008 5:03:22 PM
Some strange comments here. Love your circuit, much better than most triac circuits posted. I
haven't tried it yet, but I will. Always looking for a better triac circuit to try. I'll let you know if it doesn't
work.
Friday, March 07, 2008
bilel AC Motor Speed Controller
3:03:27 PM
please help me to do my project,its very important to me to continue my high education,i would like to
know exactly how to release the 3 phase gradator command card for AC speed controller?THANK U.
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
anurag tomar AC Motor Speed Controller
3:42:09 AM
tell me about the project cost and programming criteria
Wednesday, January 09,
reema AC Motor Speed Controller
2008 7:30:27 AM
what will be cost of project
Friday, December 21, 2007
paul brown AC Motor Speed Controller
6:34:46 AM
a 3 phase motor is really just a large stepper motor, which uses the ac sinewave phases as it's
timimg source. essentially to reverse a three phase motor , all you need to do is reverse two of the
legs (phases) this can be done with a reversing motor contactor or a dpdt relay wired as an h-bridge.
BE VERY CAREFUL 3 phase industrial electricity can kill you,and I've come darn close! that may
result if if you don't know what you are doing, you could have a real mess on your hands
Monday, December 10,
kamesh AC Motor Speed Controller
2007 3:06:04 AM
can you please give the specific rating or number of the TRI(TRIAC) and U1(DIAC).
Saturday, November 10,
Mustafa Edries three phase motor
2007 6:07:24 AM
i need the automatic circuit diagram for a three phase motor turning clockwise and counterclockwise
by changing the order of phases.I need the circuit which has a timer and turns the motor CW for 5
minutes then stop for 1 minute and then again turns the motor CCW for 5 minutes.
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