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K4-23: AC MOTOR - SYNCHRONOUS

PURPOSE: To demonstrate the concept of a synchronous motor.

DESCRIPTION: The power supply, operating at about 12 volts, is connected in parallel to the field coils and to the armature coils through the double-ring comutator. The current reversing switch can be used with either coil. Reverse the current twice per rotation as the device operates.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 5K40.55)

EQUIPMENT: AC/DC generator with double-pole double-throw switch and power supply.

SETUP TIME: 5 min.


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