Treadmills are not all the same, and one of the ways they differ is in their motors. This does not mean the treadmill motor is the only thing you should consider when making a purchase, but it is a factor you will want to look into.Continuous Duty Treadmill MotorsIf you've been looking into treadmills, you've probably learned that it's important to buy a model with a continuous duty motor. What exactly does that mean? Well, a continuous duty motor is aptly named, because it can run continuously without being damaged. An intermittent motor must stop to cool down and most can only run between five and sixty minutes. You wouldn't want to stop after only a few minutes, which is why a continuous duty motor is the most suitable for powering a treadmill.Horsepower in Treadmill MotorsTypically, motors on treadmills generate somewhere between two and four horsepower. The horsepower you need will depend on how you will use your treadmill. If you'll only be walking, then a two horsepower motor will be sufficient. If you like to run hard, however, you'll need three to four horsepower. 3.0 horsepower motors will provide plenty of power for a strong runner. Any amount above 3.0 horsepower is a bonus.Warranties for Treadmill MotorsI don't usually pay a lot of attention to warranties because I don't plan on the things I buy breaking down, requiring me to then ship them back to the manufacturer. However, one way to determine the quality of the motor on a treadmill is by reading its warranty. Different types of warranties often apply to different parts of a treadmill. The optimal motor warranty for treadmills is a lifetime warranty. While you might not ever need to replace the motor, the mere fact that a manufacturer is willing to provide a lifetime warranty is a good sign the company's treadmill motors are high quality.AC versus DC Treadmill MotorsDirect current (DC) motors run quieter than their alternating current (AC) counterparts. Treadmill motors can be loud, but the pounding of feet can be loud as well. This means you might want to choose a treadmill with one of the quieter DC motors if your treadmill will be located where others might hear it. A quieter treadmill is also a benefit if you watch TV and/or listen to music while exercising.Most of the treadmills you can buy for use in the home utilize AC treadmill motors. I realize that carefully examining treadmill specifications won't be much fun because you'll need to learn some unfamiliar concepts and terminology, but it can be time very well spent before you make your purchase. It only takes a few minutes to read about the characteristics of quality treadmill motors, and even more importantly, to determine the type of motor that will be best for your needs.
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