Electrical MaintenanceElectric Motors: Terminology and Standards

Electric Motors: Terminology and Standards

SKU: JCOM-40151

Duration: 0.67 Hrs

Parts standardization has been essential to the industrial revolution. Given the importance of electric motors throughout industry and the wide range of electric motor types, technologies, and applications, it is easy to understand the need for standardized motor categorization and manufacturing methods. Many of the characteristics of modern motors are included in a nameplate attached to the motor frame. In this course, the numerous bits of often coded information that are included on motor nameplates are explained. Motor enclosure and frame standardization is also discussed.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Explain the need for motor categorization
Interpret the information on a motor nameplate
Describe the primary advantage of the NEMA motor frame size system
Explain the significance of the three-digit motor frame code
Describe the two major classes of motor enclosures
Identify common motor enclosure codes

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Course Level	Intermediate
Languages	English
Compatibility	Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive

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