SEEKING HIGHER EFFICIENCY? KNOW YOUR MOTOR LOAD

摘要

Obtaining reliable figures for your motor loading is essential if your goal is to achieve high energy efficiency. Marek Lukaszczyk reminds us that motor efficiency drops off the cliff below 50 per cent load, so avoid the temptation to over-size Determining that electric motors are properly loaded enables users to make informed decisions about when to replace them; and decisions about which replacements to choose. Measuring motor loads is relatively quick and easy with the right equipment, and every company with a significant motor stock should be looking to perform a motor load and efficiency analysis as part of their preventative maintenance and energy conservation programmes.