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How do you regulate the speed of a universal motor?
Three methods of controlling the speed of a universal electric motor were discussed. These are the resistance control method, the field tapping method, and the centrifugal switch method. In the resistance control method, a variable resistance in series with the motor is used to set the RPM.
What limits electric motor speed?
The rotating speed of an electric motor depends on two factors: its physical construction, and the frequency (Hz) of the voltage supply. Electrical engineers select the speed of a motor based on the needs of each application, similar to how the mechanical load determines the horsepower required.
What are the variations needed for the speed control of Universal Motors?
Brushed PMDC and Universal motors have the most speed variation. Those are winding resistance, magnetic strength, brush grade variation, brush friction, electrical connecting from brush to commutator and air gap to name the largest contributors.
What is the principle of universal motor?
The direction of the magnetic field and the direction of armature current reverse so that the direction of force experienced by armature conductors remains the same. Thus, regardless of AC or DC supply, universal motors work on the same principle that DC series motors work on.
What are the advantages of universal motor?
Advantages Of Universal Motor Universal motors are less costly due to their simple construction and no requirement for permanent magnets. Universal motors provide good torque at low speeds. They can rotate at high speed due to the connection of armature windings and field windings in series.
How do you determine if a motor is AC or DC?
Look for the stator core construction and rotor. If there is no commutator, then it is a AC motor. If there is a commutator and brushes, it may be either a DC motor or an AC commutator motor (Universal motor).
Why this is called universal motor?
A universal motor is a special type of motor which is designed to run either on DC or single phase AC supply. Universal Motors are so named because they can run both on AC as well as DC. A universal motor has a high starting torque and variable speed characteristics.
What are the advantages & disadvantages of universal motors?
Electrical Engineering ⇒ Topic : Advantages and disadvantages of universal motor
- High speed from above 3600 r.p.m. to around 25000 r.p.m.
- High power output in small physical sizes for use in portable tools*
- High torque at low and intermediate speeds to carry a particularly severe load.