This document provides information on electric motor specifications, including nameplate markings, insulation classes, frame sizes, and other technical details. It describes the key information that should be included on motor nameplates according to NEMA and IEC standards, such as voltage, current, speed, power rating, and insulation class. It also explains the NEMA system for standardized motor frame sizes and provides tables matching frame sizes to horsepower ratings.
2. 2010 Edition
Electric Motors & Drives
Technical Manual
Through the initiative of:
International Copper Association – South East Asia
Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc.
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P R E F A C E
This publication deals primarily with small and medium-sized induction
motors which are the most common type of alternating current motor.
They are internationally standardized and are efficiently manufactured in
long production runs. The combination of new materials and more
sophisticated methods for calculation, design and production have made
the modern three-phase induction motor a robust and reliable prime
mover.
This publication was made possible through the initiative and support of
the International Copper Association – South East Asia and
administered, executed, and implemented by the Institute of Integrated
Electrical Engineers of the Philippines
All information and data contained in this publication is believed to be
reliable, but all recommendations or suggestions are made without
guarantee. Furthermore, suggestions for use of material supplied shall
not be construed as a recommendation or inducement to violate any law
or infringe any patent.
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Table of Contents
Section Title Page
Motor Specifications
1.1 Nameplate 1
1.2 Insulation Class 3
1.3 Enclosure Type 11
1.4 Temperature Class 19
1.5 Mounting 30
1.6 Manufacturer’s Identification Number 51
1.7 Terminal Markings 55
1.8 Motor Design 67
1.9 Types of Duty 76
General Characteristics
2.1 System Nominal Voltage 103
2.2 Voltage 104
2.3 Power Factor 112
2.4 Efficiency 113
2.5 Speed 118
2.6 Vibration Characteristics and Balancing 119
2.7 Bearings 141
2.8 Torque 170
Asynchronous Motor Starting Systems
3.1 Starting Methods 175
3.2 Single-phase Motor Starting 187
Motor Protection and Coordination
4.1 Motors Protection 193
4.2 Protection Against Short Circuits 194
4.3 Protection Against Overload 203
4.4 Multifunction Relays 212
4.5 Motor Circuit Breakers 215
Motor Starter Co-ordination
5.1 Concepts 219
5.2 Solutions 220
5.3 Motor Overload Protection 229
5.4 Terminology 241
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Motor Efficiency
6.1 Repair-Replace Decision Model 246
6.2 Premium Efficiency Motors 262
Installation, Testing, and Maintenance
7.1 Installation and Maintenance 273
7.2 Description of Routine Tests 309
7.3 Recommended Winding Tests 321
7.4 Other Tests 322
7.5 Motor Starting Capabilities and Considerations 323
7.6 Maintenance and Reliability 328
7.7 Maintenance Programs 332
7.8 Machinery Condition Monitoring 334
7.9 Maintenance Planning 338
8. 1
Motor Specifications
1.1 Nameplate
Motor standards are established on a country by country basis.
Fortunately though, the standards can be grouped into two major
categories: NEMA and IEC (and its derivatives).
In North America, the National Electric Manufacturers Association
(NEMA) sets motor standards, including what should go on the
nameplate (NEMA Standard MG 1-10.40 "Nameplate Marking for
Medium Single-Phase and Polyphase Induction Motors").
In most of the rest of the world, the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) sets the standards. Or at least many countries base
their standards very closely on the IEC standards (for example,
Germany's VDE 0530 standard and Great Britain's BS 2613 Standard
closely parallel the IEC 34-1 standard).
The NEMA and IEC standards are quite similar, although they
sometimes use different terminology. Thus, if one understands the IEC
nameplate, it is fairly easy to understand a NEMA nameplate, and vice-
versa as shown in Fig 1.1A and B.
Fig 1.1A – Typical IEC Motor Nameplate
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Fig. 1.1B – Typical NEMA Motor Nameplate
The nameplate of a motor provides important information necessary for
proper application. For example, Fig. 1.1C – AC Induction Motor
nameplate shows a 30 horsepower (H.P.) three-phase (3 PH) AC
Induction motor.
Fig. 1.1C – AC Induction Motor Nameplate
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The following paragraphs explain some of the other nameplate
information for this motor.
Voltage Source (VOLTS) and Full-load Current (AMPS)
AC motors are designed to operate at standard voltages. This motor is
designed to be powered by a three-phase 460 V supply. Its rated full-load
current is 35.0 amps.
Base Speed (R.P.M.) and Frequency (HERTZ)
Base speed is the speed, given in RPM, at which the motor develops
rated horsepower at rated voltage and frequency. Base speed is an
indication of how fast the output shaft will turn the connected equipment
when fully loaded. This motor has a base speed of 1765 RPM at a rated
frequency of 60 Hz.
Service Factor
Service factor is a number that is multiplied by the rated horsepower of
the motor to determine the horsepower at which the motor can be
operated. Therefore, a motor designed to operate at or below its
nameplate horsepower rating has a service factor of 1.0. A 1.15 service
factor motor can be operated 15% higher than its nameplate horsepower.
1.2 Insulation Class
NEMA
NEMA defines motor insulation classes to describe the ability of motor
insulation to handle heat. The four insulation classes are A, B, F, and H.
All four classes identify the allowable temperature rise from an ambient
temperature of 40° C (104° F). Classes B and F are the most commonly
used.
Ambient temperature is the temperature of the surrounding air. This is
also the temperature of the motor windings before starting the motor,
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assuming the motor has been stopped long enough. Temperature rises in
the motor windings as soon as the motor is started. The combination of
ambient temperature and allowed temperature rise equals the maximum
rated winding temperature. If the motor is operated at a higher winding
temperature, service life will be reduced. A 10° C increase in the
operating temperature above the allowed maximum can cut the motor’s
insulation life expectancy in half.
Fig.1.2A shows the allowable temperature rise for motors operated at a
1.0 service factor at altitudes no higher than 3300 ft. Each insulation
class has a margin allowed to compensate for the motor’s hot spot, a
point at the center of the motor’s windings where the temperature is
higher. For motors with a service factor of 1.15, add 10° C to the allowed
temperature rise for each motor insulation class.
Fig 1.2A – Allowable Temperature Rise
Permitted output at high ambient temperature or high altitude above sea
level.
Motors in their standard versions are intended to operate in an ambient
temperature of 40 °C maximum and at not more than 1000 meters above
sea level. If the motors are to be used at higher ambient temperatures or
higher altitudes the rated output must normally be reduced by the
percentage shown in the Table 1.2A.
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Table 1.2A – Reduction of Rated Output at Higher Ambient Temperature
of Altitudes
Ambient Temperature, O
C 40 45 50 55 60 70
Permitted output, % of rated output 100 96.5 93 90 86.5 79
Altitude above sea level 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
Permitted output, % of rated output 100 97 94.5 92 89 86.5 83.5
Insulation classes
According to EC 85, insulation is divided into insulation classes. Each
class has a designation corresponding to the temperature that is the upper
limit of the range of application of the insulating material under normal
operating conditions and with satisfactory life. If this upper limit
exceeded by 8 to 10 K (see below), the Life of the Insulation will be
approximately halved.
The correct insulation for the winding of a motor is therefore determined
by both the temperature rise in the motor and the temperature of the
ambient air. If a motor is subjected to an ambient temperature higher
than 40 °C, it must normally be derated or an insulating material of a
higher class must be used.
According to international standards, temperature is measured in degrees
Celsius (°C), whilst temperature difference is stated in the unit Kelvin
(K). 1 Celsius degree is equivalent to 1 K.
Fig 1.2.B - Temperature Limits According to IEC 85
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For class F, for instance, the temperature rise must not exceed 105 K,
provided that the ambient temperature does not exceed +40°C. This
applies if the resistance measuring method is used. This involves first
measuring the resistance of the winding at ambient temperature, then
running a temperature-rise test of the motor to determine the temperature
in the winding at rated power, then measuring the resistance of the
winding at the end of the test.
The temperature rise is calculated using this formula:
Where:
t2 = temperature of winding at end of temperature-rise test
t1 = temperature of winding before temperature-rise test
ta = temperature of cooling medium at end of temperature-rise
test
R2 = resistance of winding at end of temperature-rise test
R1 = resistance of winding at temperature t1
Constant = 235 for copper winding: 225 for aluminum winding
What this method determines is the mean temperature rise. This is why
an extra thermal margin of 10 K, for example, is reserved between the
mean temperature of the winding and the temperature at its hottest point.
The graph in Fig.1.2.C illustrates the effect of exceeding the highest
permitted winding temperature on the winding life.
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Fig.1.2.C - Effect of Winding Temperature on Life of Insulation
Frame Size
Motor frame dimensions have been standardized with a uniform frame
size numbering system. This system was developed by NEMA and
specific frame sizes have been assigned to standard motor ratings based
on enclosure, horsepower and speed.
The current standardized frames for integral horsepower induction
motors ranges from 143T to 445T. These standards cover most motors in
the range of one through two hundred horsepower. Typical example of
where you can locate the frame is shown in Fig 1.2.D – Frame No.
Fig 1.2.D – Frame No
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The numbers used to designate frame sizes have specific meanings based
on the physical size of the motor. Some digits are related to the motor
shaft height and the remaining digit or digits relate to the length of the
motor.
The rerate, or frame size reduction programs were brought about by
advancements in motor technology relating mainly to higher temperature
ratings of insulating materials, improved magnetic steels and improved
bearings. At the present time, NEMA frame assignments do no exist for
motors larger than 445T and each manufacturer may have different frame
designations for these motors.
One additional suffix that may be used on standard motors in frames
286T and larger is an “S” inserted after the “T”. This “S” stands for short
shaft.
In addition to having a short shaft, the motor will have a small diameter
shaft (“U” dimension) and the bearing in the drive shaft end of the motor
will be somewhat smaller than the equivalent long shaft motor. Short
shaft motors are intended for use only on direct coupled centrifugal
pumps and other direct coupled loads where there will not be a side pull
(overhung load) exerted on the shaft by “V” belts.
Table 1.2B – NEMA Frame Assignment – Three-Phase Motors
OPEN MOTORS – GENERAL PURPOSE
NEMA
PROGRAM
HP
ORIG.
3600
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
1800
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
1200
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
900
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
1
1.5
2
—
203
204
—
182
184
—
143T
145T
203
204
224
182
184
184
143T
145T
145T
204
224
225
184
184
213
145T
182T
184T
225
254
254
213
213
215
182T
184T
213T
3
5
7.5
224
225
254
184
213
215
145T
182T
184T
225
254
284
213
215
254U
182T
184T
213T
254
284
324
215
254U
256U
213T
215T
254T
284
324
326
254U
256U
284U
215T
254T
256T
10
15
20
284
324
326
254U
256U
284U
213T
215T
254T
324
326
364
256U
284U
286U
215T
254T
256T
326
364
365
284U
324U
326U
256T
284T
286T
364
365
404
286U
326U
364U
284T
286T
324T
25
30
40
364S
364S
365S
286U
324S
326S
256T
284TS
286TS
364
365
404
324U
326U
364U
284T
286T
324T
404
405
444
364U
365U
404U
324T
326T
364T
405
444
445
365U
404U
405U
326T
364T
365T
50
60
75
404S
405S
444S
364US
365US
404US
324TS
326TS
364TS
405S
444S
445S
365US
404US
405US
326T
364TS*
365TS*
445
504U
505
405U
444U
445U
365T
404T
405T
504U
505
—
444U
445U
—
404T
405T
444T
100
125
150
445S
504S
505S
405US
444US
445US
365TS
404TS
405TS
504S
505S
—
444US
445US
—
404TS*
405TS*
444TS*
—
—
—
—
—
—
444T
445T
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
445T
—
—
200
250
—
—
—
—
444TS
445TS
—
—
—
—
445TS*
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
* When motors are to be used with v-belt or chain drives, the correct frame size shown but with suffix letter S omitted.
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Table 1.2C – Suffixes to NEMA Frames
TEFC MOTORS – GENERAL PURPOSE
NEMA
PROGRAM
HP
ORIG.
3600
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
1800
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
1200
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
ORIG.
900
RPM
1952
RERATE
1964
RERATE
1
1.5
2
—
203
204
—
182
184
—
143T
145T
203
204
224
182
184
184
143T
145T
145T
204
224
225
184
184
213
145T
182T
184T
225
254
254
213
213
215
182T
184T
213T
3
5
7.5
224
225
254
184
213
215
182T
184T
213T
225
254
284
213
215
254U
182T
184T
213T
254
284
324
215
254U
256U
213T
215T
254T
284
324
326
254U
256U
284U
215T
254T
256T
10
15
20
284
324
326
254U
256U
284U
215T
254T
256T
324
326
364
256U
284U
286U
215T
254T
256T
326
364
365
284U
324U
326U
256T
284T
286T
364
365
404
286U
326U
364U
284T
286T
324T
25
30
40
365S
404S
405S
324U
326S
364US
284TS
286TS
324TS
365
404
405
324U
326U
364U
284T
286T
324T
404
405
444
364U
365U
404U
324T
326T
364T
405
444
445
365U
404U
405U
326T
364T
365T
50
60
75
444S
445S
504S
365US
405US
444US
326TS
364TS
365TS
444S
445S
504S
365US
405US
444US
326T
364TS*
365TS*
445
504U
505
405U
444U
445U
365T
404T
405T
504U
505
—
444U
445U
—
404T
405T
444T
100
125
150
505S
—
—
445US
—
—
405TS
444TS
445TS
505S
—
—
445US
—
—
405TS*
444TS*
445TS*
—
—
—
—
—
—
444T
445T
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
445T
—
—
* When motors are to be used with v-belt or chain drives, the correct frame size shown but with suffix letter S omitted.
The following explanations of the various fame suffixes used on NEMA
frame motors have been compiled for the benefit of EASA members. The
suffixes for NEMA frame motors are the letters that immediately follow
the frame numbers. Notice that more than one suffix may be used on any
given motor.
Note: “D” dimension (shall height) of a motor or generator in these frame sizes
equals 1 /4 the value of the first two digits in the frame number.
Example: 284 frame: 28/4 = 7, D = 7"
A — Industrial direct-current machine.
B — Carbonator pump motors, (See NEMA MG 1-2006,
18.270 – 18.281)
C — Type C face mounting on drive end.
CM — Face mounting dimensions are different from those for the
frame designation having the suffix letter “C” (The letters
“CH” are considered as one suffix and should not be
separated.)
D — Type D flange mounting on drive end.
E — Shaft extension dimensions for elevator motors in frames
larger than 326T frames.
FC — Face mounting on opposite drive end.
FD — Flange mounting on opposite drive end.
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G — Gasoline pump motors. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18.91.)
H — Indicates a small machine having an “F” dimension
larger than that of the same frame without the suffix
letter “H”. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 4.4.1 and 4.5.1.)
HP or HPH — Type P flange-mounted, vertical sotid-shaft motors
having dimensions in accordance with NEMA MG 1-
2006, 18.252. (The letters “HP” and “HPH” are considered
as one suffix and should not be separated)
J — Jet pump motors. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18.132.)
JM — Face-mounted, close-coupled pump motor having
antifriction bearings and dimensions in accordance with
Table 1 of MG 1-2006, 18.250. (The letters “JM” are
considered as one suffix and should not be separated.)
JP — Type C face-mounted, close-coupled pump motor having
antifriction bearings and dimensions in accordance with
Table 2 of MG 1 -2006, 18.250. (The letters “MP” are
considered as one suffix and should not be separated.)
K — Sump pump motors. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18.78.)
LP or LPH — Type P flange-mounted, vertical solid-shaft motors
having dimensions in accordance with MG 1-2008, 18-
251. (The letters “LP” and “LPH” are considered as one
suffix and should not be separated.)
M — Oil burner motors. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18.106.)
N — Oil burner motors. (See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18.108.)
P or PH— Type P flange-mounted, vertical hollow-shaft motors
having dimensions in accordance with NEMA MG 1-
2006, 18.238.
R — Drive end tapered shaft extension having dimensions in
accordance with NEMA MG 1-2008, 4.4.2.
S — Standard short shaft for direct connection.
T — Included as part of a frame designation for which standard
dimensions have been established.
U — Previously used as part of a frame designation for which
standard dimensions had been established.
V — Vertical mounting only.
VP — Type P flange-mounted, vertical solid-shaft motors
having dimensions in accordance with NEMA MG 1-
2008, 18.237. (The letters “VP” are considered as one
suffix and should not be separated.)
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X — Wound-rotor crane motors with double shaft extension.
(See NEMA MG 1-2006, 18229 and 18.230.)
Y — Special mounting dimensions, (Dimensional diagram
must be obtained from manufacturer.)
Z — All mounting dimensions are standard except the shaft
extension(s). Also used to designate machines with
double shaft extension.
Note: Manufacturers may use any letter preceding the frame number, but
such a letter will have no reference to standard mounting dimensions.
Suffix letters shall be added to the frame number in the following
sequences:
Suffix Letter Sequence
A, H ……………………………………………………… 1
G, J, M, N, T, U, HP, HPH, JM, JP, LP, LPH, & VP .......... 2
R, S ..................................................................................... 3
C, D, P, PH ………………………………………………. 4
FC, FD …………………………………………………… 5
V …………………………………………………………. 6
E, X, Y, Z ............................................................................ 7
Example: “T” frame motor with a “C” face mounted vertically with a
nonstandard shaft extension; (Sequences 2.4.8 and 7) 184TCVZ.
Note: This material is reproduced by permission of the National Electrical
Manufacturers Association from NEMA Standards, MG 1-2006, 4.2.2.
It was originally published as EASA Tech Note No. 7 (September 1985)
and reviewed and updated as necessary in November 2007.
1.3 Enclosure Type
The enclosure of the motor must protect the windings, bearings, and
other mechanical parts from moisture, chemicals, mechanical damage
and abrasion from grit. NEMA standards MG1-1.25 through 1.27 define
more than 20 types of enclosures under the categories of open machines,
totally enclosed machines, and machines with encapsulated or sealed
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windings. The most commonly used motor enclosures are open
dripproof, totally enclosed fan cooled and explosionproof.
Fig. 1.3A – Shows location of Enclosure Tag
The Standards for IP Codes apply to the classification of degrees of
protection provided by enclosure for all rotating machines. The
designation used for the degree of protection consists of the letter IP
(International Protection) followed by two characteristic numerals.
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When the degree of protection is specified by only one numeral, the
omitted numeral is replaced by the letter X. For example, IPX5 or IP2X.
The first Characteristic Numeral indicates the degree of protection
provided by the enclosure with respect to persons and also to the parts of
the machine inside the enclosure.
The Second Characteristic Numeral indicates the degree of protection
provided by the enclosure with respect to harmful effect due to ingress of
water.
The two characteristic numerals signify conformity with the conditions
indicated in Table 1.3.A. – Degrees of Protection Indicated by the Two
Characteristic Numerals.
Table 1.3.A - Degrees of Protection indicated by the Two
Characteristic Numerals
FIRST
CHARACTERISTIC
NUMERAL DEGREE OF PROTECTION
SECOND
CHARACTERISTIC
NUMERAL DEGREE OF PROTECTION
0 Non-protected machine 0 Non-protected machine
1 Machine protected against solid objects
greater than 2 inches (50 mm)
1 Machine protected against dripping
water
2 Machine protected against solid objects
greater than 0. 5 inches (12 mm)
2 Machine protected against dripping
water when tilted up to 15o
3 Machine protected against solid objects
greater than 0.1 inches (2.5 mm)
3 Machine protected against spraying
water
4 Machine protected against solid objects
greater than 0.04 inches (1 mm)
4 Machine protected against splashing
water
5 Dust-protected machine 5 Machine protected against water jets
6* Dust-tight machine 6 Machine protected against heavy seas
7 Machine protected against the effects of
immersion
Machine protected against continuous
submersion
* Not include in IEC 60034-5, 1991 Standards
Reference: NEMA Standards MG-1 2006, 5.8, Tables 5-1, and 5-2.
IEC International Standard IEC 60034-5, 1991.
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Classification According to Environmental Protection*
IP CODE CLASSIFICATION IP CODE CLASSIFICATION
IP 00 Open Machine IP 22 Dripproof guarded machine
IP 10 Semi-guarded machine IP 44
Totally enclosed pipe-ventilated
machine
IP 12 Dripproof machine IP 54
Totally enclosed non-ventilated
machine
IP 13 Splash-proof machine IP 55 Water-proof machine
* Reference: NEMA Standards MG-1 2006, 1.25, 1.26, and 1.27.
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Open Dripproof.
The open dripproof motor (ODP) has a free exchange of air with the
ambient. Drops of liquid or solid particles do not interfere with the
operation at any angle from 0 to 15degrees downward from the vertical.
The openings are intake and exhaust ports to accommodate interchange
of air. The open dripproof motor is designed for indoor use where the air
is fairly clean and where there is little danger of splashing liquid. Refer
to Fig. 1.3A – Open Dripproof (ODP)
Fig. 1.3A – Open Dripproof (ODP)
Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC).
This type of enclosure prevents the free exchange of air between the
inside and outside of the frame, but does not make the frame completely
airtight. A fan is attached to the shaft and pushes air over the frame
during its operation to help in the cooling process. The ribbed frame is
designed to increase the surface area for cooling purposes. There is also a
totally enclosed non-ventilated (TENV) design which does not use a fan,
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but is used in situations where air is being blown over the motor shell for
cooling, such as in a propeller fan application. Refer to Fig. 1.3B –
Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) Motor.
Fig. 1.3B – Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) Motor
Explosionproof
The explosionproof motor is a totally enclosed machine and is designed
to withstand an explosion of specified gas or vapor inside the motor
casing and prevent the ignition outside the motor by sparks, flashing or
explosion. These motors are designed for specific hazardous purposes,
such as atmospheres containing gases or hazardous dusts. For safe
operation, the maximum motor operating temperature must be below the
ignition temperature of surrounding gases or vapors. Explosionproof
motors are designed, manufactured and tested under the rigid
requirements of the Underwriters Laboratories.
Hazardous location motor applications are classified by the type of
hazardous environment present, the characteristics of the specific
material creating the hazard, the probability of exposure to the
environment, and the maximum temperature level that is considered safe
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for the substance creating the hazard. The format used to define this
information is a class, group, division and temperature code structure.
Class I (Gas or Vapor)
Group:
A - Acetylene
B - Hydrogen and Manufactured Gases
C - Ethyl-Ether, Ethylene and Cyclopropane
D - Gasoline, Hexane, Naphtha, Benzine, Butane, Propane,
Alcohol Lacquer Solvent Vapors and Natural Gas
Division II:
Hazard of fire or explosion is present only as a result of an
accident. Motors may be dripproof or TEFC.
Class II (Dusts)
Group:
E - Metal Dust (Special Seals)
F - Carbon Black, Coal or Coke Dust
G - Flour, Starch or Grain Dust
Division I:
Hazard is always present due to normal conditions. (Dust
suspended in the atmosphere.) Motors must be explosionproof
construction with Underwriter’s label.
Division II:
Motors may be TEFC or externally ventilated:
(A) Where dust deposits on electrical equipment prevent safe
heat dissipation.
(B) Where deposit or dust might be ignited by arcs or
burning material.
Class III (Fibers)
Fibers those are easily ignitable but not apt to be suspended in the air
to produce mixtures. Examples include rayon, nylon, cotton, saw
dust, and wood chips.
Division II:
Location in which easily ignitable fibers are stored or handled
TEFC enclosure can be used if there is a minimal amount of
fibers or flying in the air.
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Converting from NEMA enclosure classifications to IEC enclosure
classifications
NEMA enclosure classifications are developed by NEMA and used in
the U.S./American market.
Ingress Protection - IP - ratings are developed by the European
Committee for Electro Technical Standardization (CENELEC)
(described IEC/EN 60529), and specifies the environmental protection
and enclosure provided.
The table below can be used to convert from NEMA Enclosure Types to
IEC Enclosure Types:
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Continuation of …
Note: NEMA standards meet or exceed IEC standards. The conversion
does not work in the opposite direction.
1.4 Temperature class
Combustible gas or vapor and explosion-protected electrical equipment
is divided into temperature classes T1 to T6 with regard to the ignition
temperature of the gas or vapor and the maximum surface temperature of
the equipment. Refer to Table1.4A - Temperature Class.
Ignition temperature, thermal flashpoint, is the lowest temperature of a
surface at which a substance ignites on contact with the surface.
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Table1.4A - Temperature Class
Hazardous area and zones
Hazardous areas are rooms, spaces or areas in which an explosive gas
mixture may occur under conditions such that electrical equipment,
among other things, may have to meet certain requirements.
Hazardous areas are categorized as zones as follows:
Zone 0 - An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is present
continuously or is present for long periods.
Zone 1 - An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is likely to
occur in normal operation.
Zone 2 - An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not likely
to occur in normal operation and if it does occur it will
exist for a short period only.
It is important that the mechanical design of installations should be such
that hazardous areas should be few and of small extent. It should also be
an aim to make hazardous areas chiefly Zone 2 areas.
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Motors for Potentially Explosive Atmosphere
The principle of design of explosion-safe motors.
There are two main principles for explosion protection for electric
motors. One is to design the motor so that no dangerous heat or spark
occurs. This includes the increased safety version, EEx e. The other
method is based on isolating any dangerous heat or spark inside the
motor so as to prevent the ignition of any explosive mixture of gases
outside the motor. This includes the version with flameproof enclosure,
EEx d, and the version with pressurized enclosure, EEx p. These are the
three internationally standardized versions that are suitable for motors to
be installed in Zone 1.
The "non-sparking" version, Exn, according to IEC 79-15 (1987) is
intended for use in Zone 2. IEC 79-15 has not yet been transferred to a
national standard, but this is expected to happen after it has been
converted into a European standard in CENELEC. British Standard BS
5000, Part 16 has a similar version.
Increased safety design, EEx e
The motor must not have any parts that, in normal service, produce arcs
or sparks, or reach a dangerous temperature. Special steps must be taken
in the design to prevent the risk of ignition by arcs or sparks or by
excessively high temperature as a consequence of poor contact,
overloading or the like. The temperature limitation applies to internal and
external surfaces.
The degree of protection of the terminal box must not be lower than IP
54 and any enclosure that contains only insulated parts must have at least
IP 44. However, in the case of motors installed in clean areas and
supervised by trained personnel, IP 23 is permitted for motors complying
with explosion group I, i.e. for use in coal mines, and IP 20 for explosion
group II, i.e. other areas. The requirements to be met by the terminal box
are unchanged, however. The limitation of the field of application must
be stated on the motor.
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The air gap between rotor and stator is subject to certain minimum
dimensions. There are also minimum dimensions for creepage distance
and the air gap between winding leads and earth.
All connections between live parts must be secured so that they cannot
work loose. Cable bushings and the cable branch in the terminal box are
also subject to certain temperature limits. The motors must have both an
internal and an external earthing screw.
Flameproof enclosure, EEx d
The housing of the motor must be so designed that ignition and
combustion of any explosive mixture inside the housing cannot be
propagated to a similar mixture outside the housing and that the housing
can withstand without damage the explosion pressure thus caused.
The motor need not be hermetically sealed; gas may therefore penetrate
the motor. The permitted temperature inside the motor is limited only by
the insulation class of the motor.
The rated output depends on how hot the outer surface of the motor is
permitted to be with regard to the relevant temperature class. Slip-ring
motors, commutator motors and brake motors can all be made in
flameproof versions.
No external parts may cause sparks.
The motors must have both an internal and an external earthing screw.
Pressurized enclosure, EEx p
In this version the motor must be under a given minimum positive
pressure relative to the surroundings, so that the ambient atmosphere
cannot penetrate the motor in service.
The pressurization can take the form of positive pressure with
compensation for leakage or positive pressure with continuous flushing.
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Monitoring of the winding temperature is recommended in cases where
the pressurization system is also responsible for cooling the motor.
Before the motor is started, it and its associated ducting for supply and
exhaust air must be flushed through with fresh air or a protective gas for
long enough to ensure that any explosive gas mixture has been reliably
removed. The amount of fresh air or protective gas flushed through must
in any case be equivalent to at least five times the total free volume.
A positive pressure of at least 0.5 mbar relative to the ambient pressure
must be maintained in service. If the positive pressure is lost when the
motor is in service, the motor must be automatically disconnected.
The temperature of the outer surface of the motor must not exceed the
stated figures for the temperature class in question.
The motors must have both an internal and an external earthing screw.
Fig. 1.4A – Pressurized Enclosure EEx p
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Special requirements to be met by motors in increased safety version.
EEx e.
Non-sparking design, Exn
This version to IEC 79-15 is a simpler version than EEx e. in general
terms, a normal squirrel-cage motor may be approved, but, as for EEx e,
there are certain minimum requirements for distances between moving
and stationary parts, air gaps and creepage distances between winding
leads and earth.
The motor must be designed so that sparking cannot occur - "non-
sparking" design. The outside temperature of the motor is determined in
normal duty. The temperature rise on starting is not included if duty is
continuous.
The degree of protection must be IP 54 for the terminal box and IP 44 for
those parts of the housing that contain only insulated parts. The motors
must have an internal earthing screw and, if requested, an external
earthing screw as well.
There is no mandatory requirement for a certificate from a testing station.
There are national rules for the installation of version Exn motors in zone
2.
Version Ex N to British Standard BS 5000 Part 16 differs in certain
respects from Exn to IEC 79-15.
Following several years of international engagement by CENELEC,
Comite European de Normalization Electrotechnique, common standards
now apply regarding the design and testing of electrical equipment that is
to be used in explosive atmospheres. These standards are based on the
previously issued IEC Publication 79.
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Only intrinsically-safe circuits of category EEx ia may be used in Zone
0. Motors are thus excluded.
Motors of category EEx d, EEx e and EEx p may be used in Zone 1.
In Zone 2, equipment permitted in zones 0 and 1 may of course be used.
Under certain conditions the equipment, motors for instance, need not be
of explosion-protected design. An example is shown in Fig. 1.4B. These
conditions are as follows; they must all be met:
The degree of protection of the motors must not be below IP 54.
In service they must not produce a temperature of more than 200
°C. This requirement applies to both internal and external parts.
In duties S1 (continuous) and S6 (continuous with intermittent
load), the temperature may briefly exceed 200 °C in conjunction
with starting.
The motors must not produce sparks or arcs in service.
They must be placed in a hazard area that has been assigned
temperature class T1 to T3.
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Fig. 1.4B - Example of classification and the extent of the
hazardous areas in a ventilated tank
Temperature limits, IA/IN and time tE for version EEx e
The increased safety design, EEx e, Is the most common type of
explosion-protected motor. They are subject to certain limits on
temperature and on the relationship between the starting ratio lA/lN
(which is the same as lst/l) and the time tE.
Temperature limits
To prevent the ignition of an explosive atmosphere, no part of the motor
may, during starting, during operation at rated output or at a given
overload, for example at the end of the time tE, have a higher
temperature than that stated in the Table 1.4B - Temperature class and
temperature limit in 0
C. The temperature depends on the temperature
class of the motor.
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Table 1.4B. – Temperature Class and Temperature Limit in 0
C
The temperature limits also apply to uninsulated conductors such as rotor
bars. However, during starting, it is permissible for the temperature of
the rotor to reach 300°C maximum.
To maintain the thermal stability of the insulation of the windings, the
temperature limits in the Table 1.4C must be observed.
Table 1.4C - The Temperature Limits
Limit temperature and maximum temperature rise for insulated winding
to temperature Class B and F, measured by the resistance method.
IA/lN and time tE
If a squirrel-cage motor is to remain secure, the motor protection must be
correctly chosen. Current standards lay down that the rating plate of a
motor and the type testing report must state the ratio IA/lN. IA is the
starting current of the motor and IN its full-load current.
The time tE is, also stated. This is the time taken for the stator or rotor
winding to heat up from normal operating temperature at the highest
permitted ambient temperature to the highest permitted limit
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temperature, with the rotor locked and the stator winding loaded with the
starting current IA. In other words, the highest permitted surface
temperature for the temperature class or the insulation class of the
winding, the lower of the two being the limit.
Fig. 1.4C Surface temperature for the temperature
class or the insulation class
Where:
0 = temperature 0 °C.
A = maximum ambient temperature, normally 40 °C.
B = temperature at rated output.
C = maximum permitted temperature at rated output for the
insulation class.
D = limit temperature at rated output for the insulation class or
the temperature class.
E = temperature rise at rated output.
F = temperature rise in locked-rotor test.
G = heating time during F.
Relationship between IA/lN. and tE
The time tE and the ratio IA/lN must be determined and stated so that
suitable current dependent protection can be chosen to protect the motor
from overheating. The value of tE must be such that, when the rotor is
locked, the motor is disconnected by a current-dependent protection
device before the time tE has expired. Generally this is possible if the
time tE for the motor is longer than the value indicated by the curve for
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the corresponding IA/lN. Values below the curve are only permitted if
specially adapted current-dependent overload protection that has been
proved effective in tests is used. This protection must be identified on the
rating plate of the motor.
Fig. 1.4D - Minimum values of tE as a function of IA/IN
Fig. 1.4D Minimum values of tE as a function of IA/IN where normal
overload relays are used.
Temperature conditions in the stator and rotor of a squirrel-cage motor
with rated output 1.3 kW at maximum permitted ambient temperature 40
°C. The time tE is limited by the temperature rise of the stator winding.
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In no case must the time tE be shorter than 5 seconds, nor must the ratio
IA/IN be greater than 10. If some form of protection other than current-
dependent protection is used (temperature sensors built into the motor for
example), IA/IN and tE are not stated. The rating plate of the motor states
how it is protected against overheating.
Temperature conditions in the stator and rotor of a squirrel-cage motor
with rated output 10 kW at maximum permitted ambient temperature 40
°C. The time tE is limited by the temperature rise of the rotor winding.
1.5 Mounting
NEMA Dimensions
NEMA has standardized motor dimensions for a range of frame sizes.
Standardized dimensions include bolt-hole size, mounting base
dimensions, shaft height, shaft diameter, and shaft length. Use of
standardized dimensions allows existing motors to be replaced without
reworking the mounting arrangement. In addition, new installations are
easier to design because the dimensions are known.
NEMA divides standard frame sizes into two categories, fractional
horsepower and integral horsepower. The most common frame sizes for
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fractional horsepower motors are 42, 48, and 56. Integral horsepower
motors are designated by frame sizes 143 and above. A T in the motor
frame size designation for an integral horsepower motor indicates that
the motor is built to current NEMA frame standards.
Motors that have a U in their motor frame size designation are built to
NEMA standards that were in place between 1952 and 1964. The frame
size designation is a code to help identify key frame dimensions. The
first two digits are used to determine the shaft height. The shaft height is
the distance from the center of the shaft to the mounting surface. To
calculate the shaft height, divide the first two digits of the frame size by
4. For example, In Fig. 1.5A - a 143T frame size motor has a shaft height
of 3½ inches (14 ÷ 4).
Fig. 1.5A – Importance of Frame Size
The third digit in the integral T frame size number is the NEMA code for
the distance between the center lines of the motor feet mounting bolt
holes. The distance is determined by matching this digit with a table in
NEMA publication MG-1. For example in Fig. 1.5B, the distance
between the center lines of the mounting bolt holes in the feet of a 143T
frame is 4.00 inches.
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FRAME
SIZE
SERIES
Third/Fourth Digit In Frame Number
D 1 2 3 4 5
140 4.00 4.50 4.50
160 4.00 3.50 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.00
180 4.50 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 5.50
200 5.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.50 6.50
210 5.25 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.25 6.25
220 5.50 5.00 5.50 6.25 6.75 6.75
250 6.25 5.50 6.25 7.00 8.25 8.25
280 7.00 6.25 7.00 8.00 9.50 9.50
320 8.00 7.00 8.00 9.00 10.50 10.50
Fig. 1.5B – Importance of Frame Size
IEC Dimensions
IEC also has standardized dimensions, but these dimensions differ from
NEMA standards. An example of the IEC dimensions are shown in the
following drawing.
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Mounting Positions
The typical floor mounting positions are illustrated in the following
drawing, and are referred to as F-1 and F-2 mountings. The conduit box
can be located on either side of the frame to match the mounting
arrangement and position. The standard location of the conduit box is on
the left-hand side of the motor when viewed from the shaft end. This is
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referred to as the F-1 mounting. The conduit opening can be placed on
any of the four sides of the box by rotating the box in 90° steps.
With modification, a foot-mounted motor can be mounted on a wall and
ceiling.
Typical wall and ceiling mounts are shown in the following illustration.
Wall mounting positions have the prefix W and ceiling mounted
positions have the prefix C.
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Mounting Faces
It is sometimes necessary to connect the motor directly to the equipment
it drives. In the following example a motor is connected directly to a gear
box.
C-face
The face, or the end, of a C-face motor has threaded bolt holes. Bolts to
mount the motor pass through mating holes in the equipment and into the
face of the motor.
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JM Face Mounted
NEMA FRAME DIMENSIONS*
TYPE JM FACE-MOUNTING,
CLOSED-COUPLED, AC PUMP MOTORS
* DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS
FRAME
DESIGNATIONS U AH* AJ AK BB
BD
MAX
BF
NUMBER
TAP
SIZE
BOLT
PENETRATION
ALLOWANCE
143JM and 145JM 22.21 108 149.25 114.30 3.5 168 4 3/8-16 14
182JM and 184JM 22.21 108 149.25 114.30 3.5 168 4 3/8-16 14
213JM and 215JM 22.21 108 184.15 215.90 7 228 4 1/2-13 19
254JM and 256JM 31.73 134 184.15 215.90 7 254 4 1/2-13 19
284JM and 286JM 31.73 134 279.40 317.5 7 355 4 5/8-11 24
324JM and 326JM 31.73 134 279.40 317.5 7 355 4 5/8-11 24
FRAME
DESIGNATIONS EL EM
EN
EP
MIN EQ*
ER
MIN
KEYSEAT
ET*
TAP
SIZE
TAP
DRILL
DEPTH
MAX
BOLT
PENETRATION
ALLOWANCE R
ES
MIN S
143JM and 145JM 29.35 25.40 3/8-16 28 19 30 16.0 108 19.5 42 4.80 73.0
182JM and 184JM 31.75 25.40 3/8-16 28 19 32
16.0 108 19.5 42 4.80 73.0
213JM and 215JM 31.75 25.40 3/8-16 28 19 45 16.0 108 19.5 42 4.80 73.0
254JM and 256JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 45 16.0 134 28.2 65 6.40 76.5
284JM and 286JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 54
16.0 134 28.2 65 6.40 76.5
324JM and 326JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 54 16.0 134 28.2 65 6.40 76.5
Reference: NEMA Standards MG 1-2006, 16.250.
Dimensions, except for tap sizes, are shown in millimeters (rounded off). Tap sizes are in inches.
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JP Face Mounted
NEMA FRAME DIMENSIONS*
TYPE JM FACE-MOUNTING,
CLOSED-COUPLED, AC PUMP MOTORS
* DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS
FRAME
DESIGNATIONS U AH* AJ AK BB
BD
MAX
BF
NUMBER
TAP
SIZE
BOLT
PENETRATION
ALLOWANCE
143JP and 145JP 22.21 186 149.25 114.30 3.5 168 4 3/8-16 14
182JP and 184JP 22.21 186 149.25 114.30 3.5 168 4 3/8-16 14
213JP and 215JP 31.73 207 184.15 215.90 7 228 4 1/2-13 19
254JP and 256JP 31.73 207 184.15 215.90 7 254 4 1/2-13 19
284JP and 286JP 31.73 207 279.40 317.5 7 355 4 5/8-11 24
324JP and 326JP 31.73 207 279.40 317.5 7 355 4 5/8-11 24
364JP and 366JP 41.26 207 279.40 317.5 7 355 4 5/8-11 24
FRAME
DESIGNATIONS EL EM
EN
EP
MIN EQ*
ER
MIN
KEYSEAT
ET*
TAP
SIZE
TAP
DRILL
DEPTH
MAX
BOLT
PENETRATION
ALLOWANCE R
ES
MIN S
143JM and 145JM 29.35 25.40 3/8-16 28 19 30 40.0 186 19.5 42 4.80 151.0
182JM and 184JM 31.75 25.40 3/8-16 28 19 32 40.0 186 19.5 42 4.80 151.0
213JM and 215JM 44.45 34.92 3/8-16 38 25 45 60.5 207 28.2 65 6.40 149.5
254JM and 256JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 45 60.5 207 28.2 65 6.40 149.5
284JM and 286JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 54 60.5 207 28.2 65 6.40 149.5
324JM and 326JM 44.45 34.92 1/2-13 38 25 54 60.5 207 28.2 65 6.40 149.5
324JM and 326JM 53.95 44.45 1/2-13 38 25 54 60.5 207 35.9 65 9.55 149.5
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Mounting arrangements
IEC Publication 34—7 lays down two ways of stating how a motor is
mounted.
Code I covers only motors with bearing end shields and one shaft
extension.
Code II is a general code.
The table below includes the designations for the most commonly
occurring mounting arrangements according to the two codes.
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IM..2. = IM.. 0. + IM..1.
IM..4. = IM..0. + IM ..1. IM..3.
IM..8. = The motor must be able to work in all
mounting positions as per IM..0. to
IM..7.
IM..9. = The position of the shat cannot be
specified with the third digit 0 – 8:
instead it must be specified in each
individual case.
The electric motors execution and assembly type can be seen here
1.6 Manufacturer’s Identification Number
This model and/or catalog number is used to establish motor identity and
age for replacement parts and warranty.
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Bearing Part Numbers.
The bearing part numbers on U.S. Motors’ machines are made
conveniently available on the nameplate so that, when required,
procurement of replacement bearings can be carried out prior to motor
disassembly.
Ball and roller bearings (anti-friction bearings) are manufactured to very
rigid tolerance specifications and must be treated as precision parts to
insure that they don not fail prematurely. American Bearing
Manufacturers Association (ABMA) Standard 20 specifies boundary
dimensions, tolerance classes, and internal clearance for ball and roller
bearings.
Boundary Dimensions
The ID (d), OD (D) and width (B) of bearings are standardized metric
dimensions with the last two digits in the bearing nomenclature
representing the bore size. Beginning with a 20 mm bore, the last two
digits equal the bore in mm divided by 5. The smallest internal diameter
interval is, therefore, 5 mm. This permits the two-digit value to span a
bore range from 20 (04) to 480 mm (96). This system is used on all types
of rolling element bearings.
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Tolerance Classes
The tolerance classes specified in the ABMA Standards have been
established by the Annular Bearing Engineers Committee (ABEC).
These tolerance classes have been accepted by the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) and conform essentially with standards of the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
ABEC Parameters
ABEC Standards, which define tolerances for several major bearing
dimensions and characteristics, are divided into mounting dimensions
and bearing geometry. The geometric tolerances apply to both inner and
outer rings and include:
Bore roundness
Bore runout with side
Bore taper
Race runout with side
Width variation
Radial runout
ABEC standards do not address many other factors that affect bearing
performance and life, including:
Materials
Ball complement – number, size and precision
Raceway curvature, roundness and finish
Cage design
Lubricant
ABEC Precision Classes
General – purpose ball bearing are manufactured to tolerances in
accordance with precision classes ABEC1, ABEC3, BEC5, ABEC7 and
ABEC9. The ascending numbers indicate stricter tolerances and
additional requirement as found in ABMA Standard 20.
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Bearing Manufacturer Numbering Systems
The metric system of measurement has been widely adopted by all
bearing manufacturers, which ensures ready interchangeability of most
bearings types and sizes.
Bearings can be identified by using ABMA numbers or by using each
manufacturer’s discreet numbering system. In either case, it is imperative
that repair firms record the name as well as all of the numbers on each
bearing that is to be replaced. They should also check the nomenclature
designations in catalogs from the makers of the bearings because there
are some variations among manufacturers.
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Example: 50BC03JPP3 – 50 mm bore diameter whose
bearing last two digit is 50/5 = 10, standard Deep
Groove Ball Bearing (BC), medium series (03), standard
steel cage (J), double shield (PP), and loose internal fitup
– ABMA 3 or C3. The equivalent SKF bearing no. is
6310 ZZ/C3.
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Example: 50RU03K30 – 50 mm bore diameter whose
last two digit is 50/5 = 10. RU – cylindrical roller
bearing with prefix of NU, medium series (03), brass of
bronze cage (K), internal clearance greater than normal –
C3 with standard tolerance. This is equivalent to NU 310
ECJ/C3 for SKF brand. EC - Optimized internal design
incorporating more and/or larger rollers and with
modified roller/end flange contact, J - Pressed steel cage,
roller centred, unhardened and C3 - Radial internal
clearance greater than Normal.
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Bearing Designation based on ISO
1.7 Terminal Markings
IEC Publication 34-8 lays down that the stator winding, parts of it and
the terminals of A.C motors must be designated with the letters U, V and
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W. External neutral terminals are designated N. The letters used for the
rotor winding are K, L, M and Q.
1. End points and intermediate points of a winding are indicated by a
digit after the letter, e.g. U1, U2 etc.
2. Parts of the same winding are designated by a digit before the
letter, e.g. 1U1, 2U1 etc. If there is no possibility of confusion, the
digit before the letter, or both, may be omitted.
Terminal Markings and Connections
Single-Phase Motors – Capacitor-start, NEMA Nomenclature
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The switch in the auxiliary winding circuit has been omitted from this
diagram. The connections to the switch must be made so that both
auxiliary windings become de-energized when the switch is open
ROTATION: CC – Counter- clockwise
CW - Clockwise
The direction of shaft rotation can be determined by facing the end of the
motor opposite the drive.
(NEMA Standards MG 1-2006, 2.41. Note: May not apply for some
definite-purpose motors.)
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Dahlander Motors
Two – speed motor with a re-connectible winding (Dahlander
Connection)
Two-speed motor with two separate windings
Note the two-speed motors with re-connectible windings (Dahlander
connection) have a higher rated output than the corresponding size with
separate windings.
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1.8 Motor Design
NEMA Design Letter
Changes in motor windings and rotor design will alter the performance
characteristics of induction motors. Motors are designed with certain
speed torque characteristics to match the speed torque requirements of
the various loads. To obtain some uniformity in application, NEMA has
designated specific designs of general purpose motors having specified
locked rotor torque, breakdown torque, slip, starting current, or other
values. The following graph shows the relationship between speed and
torque that the motor produces from the moment of start until the motor
reaches full load torque at rated speed.
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Locked rotor torque, or starting torque, is developed when the rotor is
held at rest with the rated voltage and frequency applied. This condition
occurs each time a motor is started. When rated voltage and frequency
are applied to the stator, there is a brief amount of time before the rotor
turns. At this instant, a NEMA B motor develops approximately 150% of
its full load torque.
The magnetic attraction of the rotating magnetic field will cause the rotor
to accelerate. As the motor picks up speed, torque decreases slightly until
it reaches pull up torque. As the speed increases the torque increases
until it reaches it’s maximum at about 200%. This is called breakdown,
pullout or stall torque.
Torque decreases rapidly as speed increases beyond breakdown torque
until it reaches full-load torque at a speed slightly less than 100% of
synchronous speed. Full load torque is the torque developed when the
motor is operating with rated voltage, frequency and load. The speed at
which full-load torque is produced is the slip speed or rated speed of the
motor.
Minimum acceptable values for different motor designs have been
established and are identified by the letters A, B, C and D. The general
shapes of the four typical torque-speed characteristics are shown here.
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NEMA Design A, B, C, D
NEMA has established four different designs - A, B, C and D - for
electrical induction motors.
Different motors of the same nominal horsepower can have varying
starting current, torque curves, speeds, and other variables. Selection of a
particular motor for an intended task must take all engineering
parameters into account.
The four NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) designs
have unique speed-torque-slip relationships making them suitable to
different type of applications:
NEMA design A
Has maximum 5% slip, high to medium starting current, normal locked
rotor torque, normal breakdown torque, and suited for a broad variety of
applications - as fans and pumps.
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NEMA design B
Has maximum 5% slip, low starting current, high locked rotor torque,
normal breakdown torque, suited for a broad variety of applications,
normal starting torque - common in HVAC application with fans,
blowers and pumps.
NEMA design C
Has maximum 5% slip, low starting current, high locked rotor torque,
normal breakdown torque, and suited for equipment with high inertia
starts - as positive displacement pumps.
NEMA design D
Has maximum 5% slip, low starting current, very high locked rotor
torque, and suited for equipment with very high inertia starts - as cranes,
hoists etc.
IEC Design
Motors covered by this IEC standard are classified by the following
designs:
Design N
Normal torque three-phase cage induction motors intended for direct-on-
line starting, having 2, 4, 6, or 8 poles and rated from 0.4 kW to 630 kW
at frequencies of 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
Design NY
Motors similar to design N, but intended for star-delta starting. For these
motors in star-connection, minimum values for Tl and TU of 25% of the
values of design N as shown in Table 1.8A may be expected.
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Table 1.8A – Minimum Values of Torque for
Design N Starting Performance
Design H
High torque three-phase cage induction motors with 4, 6 or 8 poles,
intended for
Direct-online starting, and rated from 0.4 kW to 160 kW at a frequency
of 60 Hz. Torques of IEC Design H are nearly identical to NEMA
Design C.
Design HY
Motors similar to design H but intended for star-delta starting. For these
motors in star-connection, minimum values for T1 and TU of 25% of the
values of Design H as shown in Table 1.8B may be expected.
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Table 1.8B – Minimum Values of Torques for Design H
Notes:
1. The values of Tl are 1.5 times the corresponding values for design N
starting performance, but arc not less than 2.0.
2. The values of Tu are 1.5 times the corresponding values for design N
starting performance, but are not less than 1.4.
3. The values of Tb are equal to the corresponding values for design N
starting performance, but are not less than 1.9 and the values of Tu.
Design N starting torque
The starting torque is represented by the locked rotor torque Tl, pull-up
torque Tu and breakdown torque Tb, each expressed as a per unit value
of the rated torque TN, and shall be in accordance with the appropriate
values given in Table 1.8A. These values are minimum values at rated
voltage, with no tolerance. Higher values are allowed.
The starting torque at any speed between zero and that at which
breakdown torque occurs shall be not less than 1.3 times the torque
obtained from a curve varying as the square of the speed and being equal
to rated torque at rated speed.
Note. — The factor 1.3 has been chosen with regard to an undervoltage of
10% in relation to the rated voltage at the motor terminals during the
acceleration period.
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Design N locked rotor apparent power
The locked rotor apparent power S1, is the apparent power input
expressed as a per unit value of the rated output PN. This value shall be
not greater than the appropriate value given in Table 1.8C. The values
given in Table 1.8C are independent of the number of poles and are
maximum values at rated voltage, with no tolerance.
Table 1.8C.
Design N starting requirements
Motors of design N shall satisfy the following starting requirements:
1. They shall allow two starts in succession (coasting to rest
between starts) from cold conditions or one start from hot after
running at rated conditions. The retarding torque due to the
driven load is in each case proportional to the square of the speed
and equal to the rated torque at rated speed with the external
inertia given in Table 1.8D.
2. In each case a further start is permissible only if the motor
temperature before starting does not exceed the steady
temperature at rated load.
Note. — It should be recognized that the number of starts should be
minimized since these affect the life of the motor.
The values given are in terms of mr2
(m = mass; r = mean radius of
gyration).
Note. — Moment of inertia is defined in ISO Publication 31/111 1978, No. 3-
9.1.
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Table 1.8D
For intermediate output values, external inertia shall be calculated
according to the following formula, from which the values in the table
have been calculated:
I = 0.04 P0.9
p2.5
kg m2
where:
P is the power in kW and
p is the number of pairs of poles.
Design NY starting requirements
The starting requirements are as for design N. In addition, however, a
reduced retarding torque is necessary as the starting torque in 'star' may
be insufficient to accelerate some loads to an acceptable speed.
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Design H starting torque
The starting torque is represented by the locked rotor torque Tl, pull-up
torque TU and breakdown torque Tb, each expressed as a per unit value
of the rated torque TN, and shall be in accordance with the appropriate
values given in Table 1.8B - Minimum values of torques for Design H
starting performance. These values given are per unit TN. These values
are minimum values at rated voltage, with no tolerance. Higher values
are allowed.
Design H locked rotor apparent power
The locked rotor apparent power S, is the apparent power input
expressed as a per unit value of the rated output PN. This value shall be
not greater than the appropriate value given in Table 1.8C. The values in
Table 1.8C are independent of the number of poles and are maximum
values at rated voltage, with no positive tolerance.
Design H starting requirements
Motors of design H shall satisfy the following starting requirements:
1. They shall allow two starts in succession (coasting to rest
between starts) from cold conditions, or one start from hot after
running at rated conditions. The retarding torque due to the
driven load is assumed to be constant and equal to rated torque,
independent of speed, with an external inertia of 50% of the
values given in Table1.8D.
2. In each case a further start is permissible only if the motor
temperature before starting does not exceed the steady
temperature at rated load.
Design HY starting requirements
The starting requirements are as for design H. In addition, however, a
reduced retarding torque is necessary as the starting torque in 'star' may
be insufficient to accelerate some loads to an acceptable speed.
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1.9 Types of duty
Definitions
Various types of duty have been defined in terms of how the load, and
thus the output of the motor, varies with time. The rated output for each
type of duty is determined in a load test which the motor must undergo
without the temperature limits laid down in IEC Publication 34-1 being
exceeded.
Actual operating conditions are often of a more irregular nature than
those corresponding to any of the standardized types of duty. It is
therefore essential, both when choosing a motor and when rating and
testing it, to decide on the type of duty that corresponds best to the
thermal stresses that are expected to occur in practice.
IEC (the International Electrotechnical Commission) uses nine duty
cycle designations to describe electrical motor operating conditions:
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S1 Continuous duty
Operation at constant load long enough for thermal equilibrium to be
reached.
S2 Short-time duty
Operation at constant load for a given time that is shorter than the time
needed to reach thermal equilibrium, followed by a rest and de-energized
period long enough to allow the motor to reach a temperature that does
not deviate from the temperature of the cooling medium by more than 2
K.
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S3 Intermittent duty
A sequence of identical duty cycles, where each cycle is in two parts, one
at constant load and the other at rest and de-energized, in this type of
duty the starting current has no significant effect on the temperature rise.
The duty cycle is too short for thermal equilibrium to be reached.
S4 Intermittent duty with starting
A sequence of identical duty cycles, where each cycle consists of a start
that is long enough to have a significant effect on the temperature of the
motor, a period at constant load and a period at rest and de-energized, in
this type of duty the starting current has no significant effect on the
temperature
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S5 Intermittent duty with electrical braking
A sequence of identical duty cycles, where each cycle consists of a start,
a period at constant load followed by rapid electrical braking and a rest
and de-energized period. The duty cycles are too short for thermal
equilibrium conditions to be reached.
S6 Continuous-operation periodic duty
A sequence of identical duty cycles, where each cycle is in two parts, one
at constant load and the other at no-load. No rest and de-energized
period. The duty cycles are too short for thermal equilibrium conditions
to be reached.
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S7 Continuous-operation periodic duty with electrical braking
A sequence of identical duty cycles, where each cycle consists of a start
and a period at constant load, followed by electrical braking. No rest and
de-energized period. The duty cycles are too short for thermal
equilibrium conditions to be reached.
S8 Continuous-operation periodic with related load/speed changes
A sequence of Identical duty cycles, each cycle consisting of a period of
operation at constant load corresponding to a predetermined speed,
followed by one or more periods of operation at other constant loads
corresponding to different speeds. There is no rest and de-energized
period.
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Duty with non-periodic load speed variations
A duty in which generally load and speed are varying non-periodically
within the permissible operating range. This duty includes frequently
applied overloads that may greatly exceed the full loads. For this duty
type suitable full load values should be taken as the basis of the overload
concept.
Direction of rotation
If the mains supply is connected to the stator terminals marked U, V and
W of a three-phase motor, and the phase sequence of the mains is L1, L2,
L3, the motor will rotate clockwise as viewed from the drive end. For the
opposite direction of rotation, interchange two of the three wires
connected to the starter switch or the motor.
Fig. 1.9 - Normal direction of rotation is clockwise as viewed from
the D-end.
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Braking
Mechanical braking
Mechanical braking with magnetic lifting is the technique most widely
used for the braking of electric motors. At standstill brakes of this type
provide a holding torque, and are therefore used where loss of braking in
the event of power failure could be dangerous. However, in certain cases
it may be necessary to lift the brake without starting the motor. This can
be done by supplying the brake coil from a separate power source, or
with a manual release device.
The mechanical brakes used for electric motors are shoe, multiple-plate
or disc brakes. ABB Motors brakes are disc brakes with asbestos-free
brake pads or linings.
Fig. 2.0 – Mechanical Braking
During braking, the braking torque is constant with mechanical braking.
At standstill the brake has a holding torque. On some brakes the braking
torque can be reduced for softer deceleration. When the motor is started
again, the holding torque ceases automatically.
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Electrical Braking
Countercurrent braking
With countercurrent braking, an ordinary standard motor is switched at
full speed for the opposite direction of rotation. This can be done with a
reversing switch. After braking to a standstill, the motor starts in the
opposite direction of rotation, unless the current is switched off at the
right moment. A low speed detector is therefore used to cut off the
supply to the motor when the speed approaches zero.
Countercurrent braking gives a very high braking torque. The current
during braking is about the same as during starting, so that there is a
considerable temperature rise in the motor. Consequently the permitted
frequency of braking with the countercurrent technique is only about
one-quarter of the number of permitted brakings for a brake motor. Since
the permitted frequency of braking can easily be exceeded with
countercurrent braking, temperature sensors should always be used to
protect the motor windings from overheating.
For squirrel-cage motors the braking time can be calculated
approximately with the formula:
Where:
tb = braking time, s
K1 = constant depending on number of poles. See table
below.
Jm = moment of inertia of motor, kgm2
Jb = moment of inertia of load, referred to speed of motor,
kgm2
Mmax = maximum torque of motor, Nm
Mstart = starting torque of motor, Nm
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For slip-ring motors the starting and braking times are both determined
by the dimensioning of the rheostatic starter. With countercurrent
braking there is no braking action in the event of power failure. The
technique is therefore unsuitable for use in plant where loss of braking
could cause danger.
Direct-current braking
When braking with this technique, the A.C. supply to the motor is
disconnected and the stator is excited with direct current instead; this
causes the motor to produce a braking torque.
An ordinary standard motor and suitable equipment for D.C. excitation
may be used. The A.C. voltage follows a decay curve, and the D.C.
voltage must not be connected until the A.C. voltage has fallen to a value
at which it will not harm the D.C. equipment.
Direct-current braking gives a far longer braking time than
countercurrent braking, however high the excitation current is, but
thermal losses are lower, so more frequent braking is permissible.
Derating Factors
Several factors can affect the performance of an AC motor. These must
be considered when applying a motor.
Voltage Variation
As previously discussed, AC motors have a rated voltage and frequency.
Some motors have connections for more that one rated voltage. The
following table shows the most common voltage ratings for NEMA
motors.
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A small variation in supply voltage can have a dramatic affect on motor
performance. In the following chart, for example, when voltage is 10%
below the rated voltage of the motor, the motor has 20% less starting
torque. This reduced voltage may prevent the motor from getting its load
started or keeping it running at rated speed.
A 10% increase in supply voltage, on the other hand, increases the
starting torque by 20%. This increased torque may cause damage during
startup. A conveyor, for example, may lurch forward at startup. A
voltage variation also causes similar changes in the motor’s starting and
full-load currents and temperature rise.
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Frequency
A variation in the frequency at which the motor operates causes changes
primarily in speed and torque characteristics. A 5% increase in
frequency, for example, causes a 5% increase in full-load speed and a
10% decrease in torque.
Altitude
Standard motors are designed to operate below 3300 feet. Air is thinner,
and heat is not dissipated as quickly above 3300 feet. Most motors must
be derated for altitudes above 3300 feet. The following chart shows
typical horsepower derating factors, but the derating factor should be
checked for each motor. A 50 HP motor operated at 6000 feet, for
example, would be derated to 47 HP, providing the 40°C ambient rating
is still required.
Example: 50 HP x 0.94 = 47 HP
Ambient Temperature
The ambient temperature may also have to be considered. The ambient
temperature requirement may be reduced from 40°C to 30°C at 6600 feet
on many motors. However, a motor with a higher insulation class may
not require derating in these conditions.
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Earthing of machines
Machines shall be provided with means for connecting a protective
conductor or an earth conductor, such means being identified by the
appropriate symbol or legend. This requirement does not apply to
machines with supplementary insulation, to machines with rated voltages
up to and including 50 VAC or 120 VDC (see IEC 60364-4-41, clause
411 and IEC 60449), or to machines for assembling in apparatus with
supplementary insulation.
In the case of machines having rated voltages greater than 50 VAC or
120 VDC, but not exceeding 1 000 VAC, or 1 500 VDC, the terminal for
the earth conductor shall be situated in the vicinity of the terminals for
the line conductors, being placed in the terminal box, if one is provided.
Machines having rated outputs in excess of 100 kW (or kVA) shall have
in addition an earth terminal fitted on the frame.
Machines for rated voltages greater than 1 000 VAC or 1 500 VDC shall
have an earth terminal on the frame, for example an iron strap, and in
addition, a means inside the terminal box for connecting a conducting
cable sheath, if any.
For other cross-sectional areas of live conductors, the earth or protective
conductor shall have a cross-sectional area at least equivalent to:
1. That of the live conductor for cross-sectional areas less than 25
mm2
;
2. 25 mm2
for cross-sectional areas between 25 mm2
and 50 mm2
;
3. 50 % of that of the live conductor for cross-sectional areas
exceeding 50 mm2
The earth terminal shall be identified in accordance with IEC 60445.
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Speed Control
General
The relationship between rotational speed, supply frequency, number of
poles and slip for induction motors is usually written:
In principle the speed can be controlled by changing the number of poles,
the slip or the frequency. All three possibilities are used.
Changing the number of poles
There are three ways to change the number of poles in an induction
motor. The stator can be given:
1. Two or more separate windings
2. A pole changing winding
3. Combinations of the above
Two-speed motors with separate windings
Having separate windings makes it possible to combine different
numbers of poles with considerable freedom, but the method does not
utilize the motor well, since only half the stator winding is in use at each
speed, in principle the possible rated power at each speed will thus only
be half that of a single-speed motor of the same size. In addition, the
stator and rotor cores are normally dimensioned for a given number of
poles. This may also impose certain limitations on ways in which
different numbers of poles can be combined in a given core design.
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Two-speed motors with pole changing winding
There are several ways of achieving a pole changing winding in order to
utilize a motor better than with two separate windings, but some limits
are set by the need for the switchgear to be kept simple. The most widely
used systems are the Lindstrom-Dahlander connection, often simply
called the Dahlander connection, and PAM, Pole Amplitude Modulation.
The Dahlander connection gives a pole number ratio of 1:2. The winding
of each phase is in two parts connected in series. These are two common
applications that use Dahlander pole-changing:
"Constant torque", where the rated torque of the motor is
approximately the same at both speeds. The ratio between the
rated outputs is about 3:2. This is achieved by connecting the
windings in double star for the higher speed and in delta for the
lower speed. This is usually represented in catalogues by the
symbols YY/Δ.
"Fan torque", where the torque varies as the square of the speed.
"Falling torque" and "square-law torque" are other terms used for
this. The ratio between the rated outputs at the two speeds is
about 1:5. This is achieved by connecting the windings in double
star for the higher speed and in star for the lower speed. This is
usually represented in catalogues by the symbols YY/Y.
PAM
PAM (pole amplitude modulation) makes it possible to design a two-
speed motor with a stator winding for pole number ratios other than 2:1.
Pole number changing is achieved by changing the direction of the
current in part of the winding, thus varying the excitation in the same
way as with the Dahlander arrangement. Among the advantages of PAM
is that a given motor size can be better utilized and a higher rated power
can be extracted from it. Just as with the Dahlander connection, constant-
torque or fan-torque versions are possible.
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Multi-speed motors
A pole changing winding can also be combined with another winding.
This winding can be for a single speed or it too can be a pole-changing
winding. In this way, three or even four-speed motors can be made. Even
so, such motors are uncommon.
Examples of stator windings and connection arrangements with different
types of multi-speed motor There may be other variants.
1) Dahlander or PAM connected
2) For 8/6/4 poles, for example. One of the windings is Dahlander-
or PAM- connected.
3) The winding can also be delta-connected.
Slip-ring motor with control rheostat
A simple way of controlling the speed of a slip-ring motor is to connect
an external rheostat (variable resistor) to the rotor winding.
If the load torque, and with it the rotor current, is kept constant, an
increase in the rotor resistance will lead to increased slip. However, the
motor speed will be highly load dependent. This type of speed control,
often called slip control, is therefore only used where there are small load
variations, for example with pumps, or where the speed can be
continuously monitored and the rheostat setting adjusted to suit the
torque, with cranes for example.
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Thus the power supplied to the motor is always constant, regardless of
the speed, whilst the output of the motor decreases in proportion to the
speed. This means that the difference between the power output with the
rheostat fully in circuit and fully out of circuit is consumed in the
rheostat itself. Assuming for simplicity that the load torque is constant
and the speed is reduced by 25%, for example, the power output will be
75% and the remaining 25% is dissipated in the rheostat. This type of
speed control is therefore highly inefficient.
2.3 Converter control
Primary voltage control
For small changes the slip (s) can be approximately defined as:
Reduction of the primary voltage by means of thyristor-type voltage
regulators is a speed control technique that is suitable for certain
applications. The motor to be controlled should have an adapted torque
characteristic, which is achieved by means of increased rotor resistance.
A slip-ring motor with external rheostat is therefore suitable. This control
method is often used for cranes and similar applications, where the high
losses in the rotor circuit are acceptable because the total running time is
limited.
Rotor power feedback
If the speed of a large induction motor is to be reduced for a long time,
the methods described above would be uneconomical because of rotor
losses. Modern thyristor frequency converters provide quick, stepless
control and, because they feed any losses back to the supply, high
efficiency.
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The basic principle of this form of speed control is that the rotor power is
taken out via the slip-rings and rectified in a conventional uncontrolled
rectifier. The voltage is then converted into alternating voltage in a
controlled inverter and fed back to the supply via a transformer. The
amount of power fed back to the supply can be varied by varying the
firing angle in the inverter.
Fig. 2.3A Typical torque/speed diagram for pump and fan duty
with speed control using a slip recovery system.
This method of operation is comparable to dual supply of slip-ring
induction motors. If the rotor is supplied with an external voltage,
synchronous speeds will be obtained, which are dependent on the
frequency of the external voltage.
With converter control the character of the torque/speed curve is
different from that of the normal slip-ring motor, and the speed will be
less dependent on the load.
For accurate speed regulation, the motor is usually fitted with a tacho-
generator or pulse generator connected to the controller.
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Converter control gives deviations from the normal sinusoidal shape of
the current in the rotor circuit. These results in additional thermal losses,
and these must be compensated for by choosing a slightly larger motor.
Reduced cooling due to constant load torque at reduced speed may also
need to be compensated for by choosing a slightly larger motor or using
forced cooling. There is no need to do this where the load torque follows
a square law.
Current harmonics in the rotor circuit give small torque pulsations at a
frequency of six times the secondary frequency, i.e. the slip frequency.
The shaft system must therefore be checked to ensure that it does not
suffer harmful resonance stresses.
Voltage and frequency control
The most attractive way of controlling motor speed is to control the
voltage and frequency simultaneously.
Fig. 2.3B shows how the torque/speed curve varies when the frequency
is reduced and the primary voltage is changed in proportion to the
frequency. The maximum torque remains the same, and the motor can be
loaded at constant torque within the control range.
Fig. 2.3B - Examples of torque curves at different frequencies
and with voltage proportional to frequency.
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If the rated voltage of the motor corresponds to the supply voltage, the
motor cannot be controlled to a speed higher than the rated speed if the
load torque is to be maintained, since the inverter cannot provide a
voltage higher than the supply voltage.
Another limit to higher speeds has to do with rotor design. Particularly in
large motors for high speeds, control to higher speeds is determined by
the critical speed of the motor and the highest permitted runaway speed.
One possible result of a wide speed range is that cooling of the motor
might be insufficient at low speed and high torque, making it necessary
to provide extra cooling. Alternatively, an over dimensioned motor must
be chosen.
Standard motors are generally used with frequency control, in any case
for the lower power ranges. Standard motors are dimensioned for a fairly
high starting torque. The shape of the rotor bars is often such that large
amounts of heat are produced at the top of the bars during starting, when
the rotor frequency is high. Because of the high harmonic losses, this
type of rotor bar design is a disadvantage in frequency converter
operation, in view of the high harmonic content of the supply voltage.
After all, there is no need for a high starting torque when starting with a
frequency converter and it may be preferable to use a different rotor bar
shape.
Fig. 2.3C - Schematic diagram of a frequency converter
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CTU On-load switch and contactor
LCU Rectifier
CBU Intermediate filter
INU Inverter
CP1 Control unit
Fig. 2.3D - Complete frequency converter
Commutator Motor
A motor that has come to be widely used for uninterrupted speed control
is the commutator motor, also known as the Schrage motor, after its
inventor, in principle it is an induction motor with built-in control gear.
Unlike ordinary induction motors the commutator motor has its primary
winding in the rotor; the winding is fed from the supply via slip rings.
The rotor slots that contain the primary winding also contain a
commutator winding, essentially in the form of a D.C. winding. The
secondary winding is in the stator.
The normal control range is 1 to 10, but it can be extended to 1 to 100 in
special cases. So that full torque can be drawn from the motor over the
entire control range, these motors are often fitted with a built-on
separately driven fan.
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Common fields of application include printing presses, packaging
machines and ski-lifts.
Speed control is achieved by supplying the secondary winding in the
stator with a control voltage at the slip frequency from the commutator
winding, via brushes running on the commutator. By moving the brushes
the control voltage to the secondary winding can be varied continuously
and stepless, so varying the speed. The speed is stable; the effect of load
variations is insignificant.
Fig. 2.3D - Three-phase commutator motor.
Fig. 2.3E - Examples of brush positions on a commutator motor.
Ust = control voltage
sUs = secondary voltage
s = slip at no load
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Fig. 2.3F - Torque curves for three different brush positions
As the figure shows, the characteristics of the torque curves are such that
the change in speed for varying load is insignificant over the normal
speed range.
2.4 Motor Efficiency
Efficiency is reflected in the nameplate as shown in Fig. 2.4.A. Motor
efficiency is the percentage of the energy supplied to the motor that is
converted into mechanical energy at the motor’s shaft when the motor is
continuously operating at full load with the rated voltage applied.
Because motor efficiencies can vary among motors of the same design,
the NEMA nominal efficiency percentage on the nameplate is
representative of the average efficiency for a large number of motors of
the same type.
Both NEMA and the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct) specify the
same process for testing motor efficiency. EPAct also specifies the
efficiency requirements for a large class of AC motors manufactured
after 1997. In 2001, NEMA established the NEMA Premium designation
for three-phase AC motors that meet even higher efficiency standards
than required by EPAct. Siemens High Efficient motors meet or exceed
EPAct efficiency standards and our NEMA Premium Efficient motors
with our new copper rotor technology exceed NEMA Premium
efficiency standards.
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General Characteristics
2.1 System Nominal Voltages
There continues to be some confusion between the system or services
voltage and utilization or equipment voltage. Table below provides these
relationships for the normal range “A” and for range “B” when the
voltage moves outside of the normal voltage range.
NOMINAL
SYSTEM
VOLTAGE
VOLTAGE RANGE “A” VOLTAGE RANGE “B”
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
Three
-wire
Four-wire Utilization
Voltage
Service
Voltage
Utilization and
Service Voltage
Utilization
Voltage
Service
Voltage
Utilization and
Service Voltage
Single-Phase Systems
120/240 —
110
110/120
114
114/228
126
126/252
106
106/212
110
110/220
127
127/254
Three-Phase Systems
208Y/120 191Y/110 197Y/114 218Y/126 184Y/106 191y/110 220Y/127
240/120 220/120 228/114 252/126
(Note d)
212/106
(Note d)
220/110
220/127
240 480Y/277
220
440Y/254
228
456Y/263
252
504Y/291
212
424/245
220
440Y/254
254
508Y/293
480 440 456 504 424 440 508
600 550 570 630 530 550 635
2400 4160Y/2400
2160
3740Y/2160
2340
4050Y/2340
2520
4370Y/2520
2080
3600Y/2080
2280
3950Y/2280
2540
4400Y/2540
4160 3740 4050 4370 3600 3950 4400
4800 4320 4680 5040 4160 4560 5080
6900 6210 6730 7240 5940 6560 7260
8320Y/4800 8110Y/4680 8730Y/5040 7900Y/4560 8800Y/5080
12000Y/6930 11700Y/6760 12600Y/7270 11400/6580 12700Y/7330
Standard Nominal System Voltages and Voltage Ranges (ANSI C84.1-1995).
Application of Voltage Ranges
According to ANSI C84.1.2.4.1, applications of voltage ranges are as
follows.
C84.1.2.4.1 Range “A” – Service Voltage. Electric supply systems shall
be so designed and operated that most service voltages will be within the
limits specified for Range “A”. The occurrence of service voltages
outside of these limits should be infrequent.
C84.1.2.4.2 Range “A” – Utilization Voltage. User systems shall be so
designed and operated that with service voltages within Range “A”
limits, most utilization voltages will be within the limits specified for this
range. Utilization equipment shall be designed and rated to give fully
satisfactory performance throughout this range.
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C84.1.2.4.3 Range “B” – Service and Utilization Voltages. Range “B”
includes voltages above and below Range “A” limits that necessarily
result from practical design and operating conditions on supply or user
systems, or both. Although such conditions are a part of practical
operations, they shall be limited in extend, frequency, and duration.
When they occur, corrective measures shall be undertaken within a
reasonable time to improve voltages to meet Range “A” requirements.
Insofar as practicable, utilization equipment shall be designed to give
acceptable performance in the extremes of this range of utilization
voltages, although not necessarily as good performance as in Range “A”.
It must be recognized that because of conditions beyond the control of
the supplier or user, or both, there will be infrequent and limited periods
when sustained voltages outside of Range “B” limits will occur.
Utilization equipment may not operate satisfactorily under these
conditions, and protective devices may operate to protect the equipment.
When voltage occurs outside the limits of Range “B”, prompt corrective
action is recommended. The urgency for such as location and nature of
load or circuits involved and magnitude and nature of the deviation
beyond Range “B” limits.
2.2 Voltage
Single-speed three-phase motors (i.e. motors without pole changing) can
usually be reconnected for two voltages. The usual way is to connect the
three stator phase windings in star (Y) or delta (Δ).
Another way is to connect the windings in series or parallel, Y or YY for
instance.
So if the rating plate of a three-phase motor shows voltages for both Y-
and Δ connection, this means that the motor can be used for both 440 V
and 220 V, for example. At 220 V the winding is connected in Δ by
placing the connecting links as shown in the left-hand part of Fig 2.1A. If
the supply voltage is 440 V, Y- Δ connection is used, and the strips are
connected as shown in the right-hand diagram.
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Fig. 2.1A - Arrangement of windings and terminal
blocks for - Y- Connection
Voltage Deviation
If the supply voltage at constant output power deviates from the rated
voltage of the motor, the starting and maximum torques of the motor
vary approximately as the square of the voltage. The change in torque
will also result in a change in the speed. The efficiency and the power
factor are also affected.
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Voltage deviations also affect the temperature rise in the winding of the
motor. If the voltage is low, the temperature rises in both small and large
motors; if the voltage is high the temperature may drop slightly in large
motors, but rises sharply in motors with small output powers. It is
therefore essential to dimension the windings generously enough to
ensure that there is no significant voltage drop in them on starting or in
service.
Another effect is shown below, for every 100
C increase in winding
temperature, the expected thermal life of the winding is reduced by half.
There may also be notable decrease in bearing lubricant life as the
operating temperature of the motor increases.
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Unbalance Voltage
Far too many assumptions are made when dealing with the symmetry of
a voltage supply. In order to accurately assess the quality of the voltage
supply, it is necessary to verify it at a number of places within the service
and over a reasonable period of time and seasons. NEMA MG 1, 14.36
offers the following explanation of the effects of unbalance voltage,
along with a load derating curve.
Effects of Unbalance Voltages on the Performance of Polyphase
Induction Motors.
When the line voltages applied to a polyphase induction motor are not
equal, unbalanced currents in the stator windings will result. A small
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percentage voltage unbalance will result in a much larger percentage
current unbalance. Consequently, the temperature rise of the motor
operating at a particular load and percentage voltage unbalance will be
greater than for the motor operating under the same conditions with
balanced voltages.
Voltages should be evenly balance as closely as can be read on a
voltmeter. Should voltages be unbalance, the rated horsepower of the
motor should be multiplied by the factor shown in Fig 2.2A to reduce the
possibility of damage to the motor. Operation of the motor above a 5
percent voltage unbalance condition is not recommended.
When the derating curve as shown in the left figure, it is applied for
operation on unbalanced voltages, the selection and setting of the
overload device should take into account the combination of the derating
factor applied to the motor and increase in current resulting from the
unbalance voltages. This is a complex problem involving the variation in
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motor current as a function of load and voltage unbalance in addition to
the characteristics for the overload device relative to Imaximum or Iaverage. In
the absence of specific information, it is recommended that overload
devices be selected or adjusted, or both, at the minimum value that does
not result in tripping for the derating factor and voltage unbalance that
apply. When unbalance voltages are anticipated, it is recommended that
the overload devices be selected so as to be responsive to Imaximum in
preference to overload devices responsive to Iaverage.
Effect on Performance – General.
The effect of unbalance voltages on polyphase induction motors is
equivalent to the introduction of a “negative sequence voltage” having a
rotation opposite to that occurring with balanced voltages. This negative
sequence voltage produces in the air gap a flux rotating against the
rotation of the rotor, tending to product high currents. A small negative-
sequence voltage may product in the windings currents considerably in
excess of those present under balanced voltage conditions.
Unbalance Defined.
The voltage unbalance in percent may be defined as follows:
Example: With voltages of 460, 467, and 450, the average is 459, the
maximum deviation from average is 9, and the percent unbalance equals:
Torques. The locked-rotor torque and breakdown torque are decreased
when the voltage is unbalanced. If the voltage unbalance should be
extremely severe, the torques might not be adequate for the application.
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Full-Load Speed. The full-load speed is reduced slightly when the
motor operates with unbalanced voltages.
Currents. The locked-rotor current will be unbalanced to the same
degree that the voltages are unbalanced, but the locked-rotor kVA will
increase only slightly.
The currents at normal operating speed with unbalanced voltages will be
greatly unbalanced in the order of approximately 6 to 10 times the
voltage unbalance.
Performance Comparison between Standard Efficient Motor vs.
Premium Efficient Motor.
Emerson Motor Technology Center in St., Louis, Missouri had
conducted a study to compare standard efficient motor to premium
efficient motor under unbalanced voltage conditions.
MOTORS DESIGN DATA
DESCRIPTION PREM. EFF. STD. EFF.
Model No. 7965 E398
Type TCE CT
HP Rating 5 5
Voltage/Freq. 230/60 230/60
No. of Poles 4 4
Syn. Speed 1800 1800
Connections Wye Wye
Full Load Performance
Amps
RPM
Slip P.U.
Losses (Watts)
Efficiency %
Power Factor %
12.56
1750
0.0280
445
89.3
83.4
13.47
1738
0.0344
611
85.9
80.9
Flux Density: Kl/in2
Stator Core
Stator Teeth
Air Gap
Rotor Core
Rotor Teeth
107
114
0.0325”
43
116
110
120
0.0359”
51
116
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The increase in winding temperature causes additional I2
R losses. The
rotor losses also increase because of the impact the “Negative Sequence
Component” has on the rotor. Therefore as shown in figure below, there
is a significant drop in motor efficiency.
Vibration and Noise
Note that in both cases there is a significant impact on motor
performance as it relates to acceptable vibration levels and sound power
levels.
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2.3 Power factor
A motor consumes not only active power, which it converts into
mechanical work, but also reactive power, which is needed for
magnetization but does not perform any work. The active and reactive
power, represented in the diagram on the right by P and Q together give
the apparent power S. The ratio between the active power, measured in
kW, and the apparent power, measured in kVA, is known as the power
factor. The angle between P and S is usually designated cos φ. The
power factor is equal to cos φ. The power factor is usually between 0.7
and 0.9. It is lower for small motors and higher for large ones.
If there are many motors in an installation it will consume a lot of
reactive power and will therefore have a lower power factor. Power
supply utilities sometimes require the power factor of an installation to
be raised. This is done by connecting capacitors to the supply; these
generate reactive power and thus raise the power factor.
Phase compensation
With phase compensation the capacitors are usually connected in parallel
with the motor or group of motors. However, in some cases an Induction
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motor can run as a generator, and this can lead to self-excitation. To
avoid complications, therefore, it is normal practice not to compensate
for more than the no-load current of the motor.
The capacitors must not be connected in parallel with single phases of
the winding; such an arrangement may make the motor difficult or
impossible to start with star-delta (Y-Δ) starting.
If a two-speed motor with separate windings has phase compensation on
both windings, the capacitors should not remain in circuit on the unused
winding. Under certain circumstances such capacitors can cause
increased heating of the winding and possibly vibration as well.
2.4 Efficiency
Electric motors are simply devices that convert electrical energy into
mechanical energy. Like all electromechanical equipment, motors
consume some "extra" energy in order to make the conversion.
Efficiency is a measure of how much total energy a motor uses in
relation to the rated power delivered to the shaft.
A motor's nameplate rating is based on output horsepower, which is fixed
for continuous operation at full load. The amount of input power needed
to produce rated horsepower will vary from motor to motor, with more-
efficient motors requiring less input wattage than less-efficient models to
produce the same output. Electrical energy input is measured in watts,
while output is given in horsepower. (This convention applies in the
USA; output power for motors manufactured in other countries may be
stated in watts or kilowatts.) One horsepower is equivalent to 746 watts.
There are several ways to express motor efficiency, but the basic concept
and the numerical results are the same. For example:
or its equivalent;
Efficiency, % =
746 x Horsepower (output)
Watts (input)
x 100
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The ratio describes efficiency in terms of what can be observed from
outside the motor, but it doesn't say anything about what is going on
inside the motor, and it is what's happening inside that makes one motor
more or less efficient than another. For example, we can rewrite the
equation as:
or its equivalent;
"Losses" stands for all the energy "fees" the motor charges in order to
make its electrical-to-mechanical energy conversion. Their magnitude
varies from motor to motor and can even vary among motors of the same
make, type and size. In general, however, standard-efficiency motors
(pre-EPAct) have higher losses than motors that meet EPAct standards,
while NEMA Premium motors, or better, have lower losses still.
Types of Losses
Energy losses in electric motors fall into four categories:
Power losses (Stator and Rotor Losses)
Magnetic core losses
Friction and windage losses, and
Stray load losses.
Efficiency, % =
Watts (output)
Watts (input)
x 100
Efficiency, % =
Watts (output)
Watts (output) + Watts (losses)
x 100
Efficiency, % =
Watts (input) – Watts (losses)
Watts (input)
x 100
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Fig 2.4A. A typical NEMA Design B motor showing components
that can be modified to increase the motor's efficiency: (a) Stator
windings; (b) Rotor length; (c) conductor bars and end rings; (d)
air gap; (e) laminations; (f) bearings; (g) fan.
Power losses and stray load losses appear only when the motor is
operating under load. They are therefore more important — in terms of
energy efficiency — than magnetic core losses and friction and windage
losses, which are present, even under no-load conditions (when the motor
is running, of course).
Power losses, also called I²R losses, are the most important of the four
categories and can account for more than one-half of a motor's total
losses. Power losses appear as heat generated by resistance to current
flowing in the stator windings and rotor conductor bars and end rings.
Stator losses make up about 66% of power losses, and it is here that
motor manufacturers have achieved significant gains in efficiency. Since
increasing the mass of stator windings lowers their electrical resistance
(and therefore reduces I²R losses), highly efficient motors typically
contain about 20% more copper than standard efficiency models of
equivalent size and rating.
Rotor losses are reduced by decreasing the degree of slip. This is
accomplished by increasing the mass of the rotor conductors (conductor
bars and end-plates) and/or increasing their conductivity (see below), and
to a lesser extent by increasing the total flux across the air gap between
rotor and stator.