Motor Testing
Types of Motors Part 2.. Synchronous and DC with a bonus discussion on Variable Frequency Drives – Todd and Noah Show
In Part 2, Todd and Noah take the mystery out of electric motors. They give you the tell-all about synchronous and DC motors and their functions.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Types of Motors Part 1 Induction and Wound Rotor Motors – Todd and Noah Show
Per listener request, Todd and Noah discuss the induction motor, its construction and what they're used for.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
The Fundamentals of Belts and Sheaves
In some industries, like oiling, drive belt replacement is considered a task for the new guys on the floor. It’s an easy job right? Absolutely. But there are many ways to do it incorrectly if not taught properly the first time.
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Permanently Installed Technology: The Major Advance in Motor Testing
For many companies, portable technology has been considered the height of motor data acquisition advancement. Equipment carried to a site easily and then removed after data is accessed for later analysis has earned its reputation as one of the most valuable tools in motor testing.
- Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Don’t Start That Motor!- Six Critical Steps to Ensure a Healthy Motor Start
Starting a new or refurbished motor for the first time should be a culmination of successful events leading to this very important event. If you’re the person starting the motor, you probably have some anxiety about what could go wrong.
- Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
The Air Gap- Todd and Noah Show
Today, we discuss the Air Gap in a motor. Air Gap issues occur during the offset of the rotor and stator, which is why it is so important to regularly inspect and rotate motors.
- Todd Gunderson Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
Motor Overload
Motor overloads occur when motors are drawing too much current. The main issue with excess current is that it creates heat which degrades the insulation surrounding the conductors that creates stator magnetic field.
- Bill Kruger
- ALL-TEST Pro
Why In-Rush/Start-Up is my Favorite Test
Listen to subject matter expert Noah Bethel explain why In-Rush/Start Up is his favorite test to use in the world of Motor Testing. During this test, any weaknesses that exist in the electric motor will come to light.
- Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
How to Check Your Windings on Three Phase Motors
Motor windings are conductive wires wrapped around a magnetic core; they provide a path for current to flow to create then magnetic field to spin the rotor. Like any other part of the motor, the winding can fail.
- Bill Kruger
- ALL-TEST Pro