Empulse R90 - Power Assist Add On for Manual Wheelchairs
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Empulse R90 snaps under your manual chair to give you electric drive up to 5.5 mph, with a removable battery (choose 9.8 mi or 19.5 mi range), device weight only 13 lbs, and fitment for rigid or folding frames. Works with 24"–26" wheels and users up to 275 lbs.
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Tired of grinding up slopes or pushing through long days? Clip on the R90, tap the Bluetooth control box, and let the motor take the strain. It keeps your chair’s footprint and turning circle unchanged, so you still move like you—just with extra horsepower.
Key advantages
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Snap-on in seconds with the patent-pending V-Lock™ receiver—no tools once it’s set up.(sunrisemedical.com)
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Ultra-light drive unit (5.9 kg) plus removable battery (0.7 kg or 1.2 kg) keeps transfers and car loading easy.
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Two battery options
• 2.5 Ah → up to 9.8 mi / 15.7 km
• 5 Ah → up to 19.5 mi / 31.4 km
Both are airline-approved (check your carrier).(Sunrise Medical) -
Smart speed control – three presets plus cruise-control; auto-slow on sharp corners and auto-boost on slopes.(sunrisemedical.eu)
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22 Nm torque / 250 W motor handles everyday ramps up to 6 °.(sunrisemedical.com)
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Sunrise Intelligence app lets you switch indoor/outdoor profiles, raise or lower the wheel, and see trip stats.(sunrisemedical.eu)
Compatibility & basics
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Fits 24″–26″ rear wheels, camber tubes Ø 22–43 mm, frame widths 30–50 cm.(Sunrise Medical)
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Works with both rigid and folding chairs; receiver stays on when you fold.
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Ingress protection IP54 – fine with rain splashes, just don’t jet-wash it.(cdn.southwestmedical.com)
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Operating temp –20 °C to +50 °C; storage –20 °C to +60 °C.(cdn.southwestmedical.com)
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Warranty: 1 year on the device / 2 years on battery (may vary by region).(cdn.southwestmedical.com)
What’s in the box
• R90 drive unit • Standard 2.5 Ah battery • 36 V charger
• Control box & mounts • Receiver kit for rigid & folding chairs
• Soft travel bag • User manual & quick-start guide.
Bottom line: R90 keeps the freedom of a manual chair while sparing your shoulders on hills, rough ground, or just a long day out. Snap it on when you need power, flip the wheel up when you don’t, and roll your way.