Draw-tite Brake Controller Comparison

Updated March 14, 2016 by Partsengine Canada

PartsEngine Canada is your one-stop source for electric brake controllers, we offer four different models of Draw-tite brake controllers to provide the right fit for your towing setup and budget. Draw-Tite manufactures several electric brake controllers, one or more of which are designed to meet your unique requirements for operational control, weight class, hauling vehicle capabilities, or other factors. Draw-Tite electric trailer brake controllers are electronic devices that supply power from the tow vehicle to the trailer's electric brakes. Many styles of electric brake controllers are available that differ in how they look, and the number of brakes they can power, but all of them can be assigned to one of two main groups, Proportional Brake Controllers, or Time Delayed Brake Controllers.

Draw-tite Brake Controller Comparison Chart

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	Draw-Tite Activator	Draw-Tite Activator III	Draw-Tite Activator IV	Draw-Tite I-Command
Price (CAD)	$61.39	$103.99	$91.06	$121.99
Warranty	Limited 3-Year	Limited Lifetime	Limited Lifetime	Limited Lifetime
Delivery Fee	Free Shipping	Free Shipping	Free Shipping	Free Shipping
Sensor Type	Time Activated	Time Activated	Time Activated	Proportional
Number of Axles	1 to 2	1 to 4	1 to 4	1 to 4
Display	LED	Digital	Digital	Digital
Trailer Connection Indicator	None	Yes	Yes	Yes
Self Diagnostic	None	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Conservation Mode	None	None	None	None
Reverse-Polarity Protected	None	None	Yes	Yes
Accelerometers	None	None	None	None
Leveling	None	None	None	None
Manual Override	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ramp Up Speed Control	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Output Control	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Boost Feature	None	None	None	Included
Mounting	Included	Included	Included	Included
Notes			Up to 3 Boost Levels

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• Sensor Type - Type of brake controller
• Number of axles - Each axle handles 2 wheels (so trailers with 4 wheels has 2 axles, 6 wheels has 3 axles)
• Display - Type of display on controller
• Trailer Connection Indicator - A light or message on the controller display telling you if the trailer is connected properly
• Self-Diagnostic - The controller constantly monitors connections for potential problems
• Power Conservation Mode - The controller reduces power sent to trailer brakes when they're not in use, reducing wear
• Reverse-Polarity Protected - Protects the braking system from shorts in the system
• Accelerometers - If a controller contain accelerometers or not
• Leveling - Controllers that contain accelerometers typically need to have stable leveling to function, although most controllers offer automatic leveling now
• Manual Override - All controllers are required to have a manual override switch or lever, which apply the trailer brakes on command
• Ramp Up Speed Control - Adjusts how quickly the controller ramps up to maximum power output, some models have preset levels or "boosts"
• Power Output Control - Adjusts maximum power to be outputted to the trailer brakes
• Boost Feature - Preset ramp up speeds typically used for various towing applications
• Mounting - Mounting brackets and hardware to install the controller in the dash area

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In the unlikely but dangerous case that your trailer becomes loose and disconnects, a breakaway system will apply the trailer brakes the moment the trailer becomes unhitched. This safety system is required by law in many provinces. Even if not required by law in your province, breakaway systems are a great addition to any towing set up to give peace of mind while towing that your trailer is safe.

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