AC induction motors are everywhere, from ceiling fans to vehicles. They’re reliable, simple, and rugged — but there are some disadvantages. It’s difficult to control the speed ...

The VWDIR104 AC gear motors are available in four versions with either 1/10- or 1/15-hp (74.5- or 49.2-W), 115/230-V, 60/50-Hz permanent split-capacitor motors. The new devices bring to 79 the company ...

The AC induction motor is often referred to as the workhorse of the industry because it offers users simple, rugged construction, easy maintenance, and cost-effective pricing. These factors have ...

AutomationDirect’s line of IronHorse motors now includes farm-duty and additional rolled steel AC motors. IronHorse motors are the preferred choice for industrial AC motors due to their rugged ...

Continuous torque ratings to 717 in-lbs (81 N-m) achieved with addition of 650 Series to 3-phase inverter-duty AC gearmotor line. Following the successful introduction of its 100 in-lb (11.3 N-m) ...

Description: This line of lightweight, compact interior permanent magnet (IPM) gearmotors are efficient and have a wide synchronous speed range. The series incorporates magnets embedded within the ...

A synchronous and synchronous motors are the two main categories of ac motors. The induction motor is a common form of asynchronous motor and is basically an ac transformer with a rotating secondary.

Choosing the right motor and VFD type depends on a variety of factors; however, it is necessary to analyze how the motor changes when the speed is reduced. The experts at eMotors Direct outline ...

For the PDF version of this article, click here. More than 80% of the motors bought each year continue to be low-cost single-phase ac motors. Because these motors are not very efficient when ...

When specifying, start by determining the required torque at the gearbox output shaft. A gearmotor's purpose is to act as a power transmission component. As such, the two most important factors at the ...