Induction motors are a common type of ac motor, used in both industries and onboard ships, with a number of induction motor starters. The type of induction motor starters that are chosen, depending on a number of factors. Direct On Line Starters (D.O.L) Direct online, or D.O.L for short, are a simple way to switch …
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Induction Motor Servicing Tips For Ships & Factories
Induction Motor Servicing. Induction motors are used widely in factories and on ships. They are very reliable machines, but faults can develop over time. That is why you need Induction motor servicing to be carried out. Potential faults include burnt out Stator windings, worn bearings, and water damage which causes low insulation resistance. This article …
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Tips for Servicing Marine & Land Based Induction Motors
Safety & Isolation of supply of induction motors. First tip, taking a casual approach to electricity can prove fatal. This is especially true when we are talking about three-phase motors, as they operate in the UK & EU at 400 Volts Alternating Current (400 VAC). Marine installations typically operate at an even higher 440 Volt …
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