Print this page Calculating Motor Start Time
Timothy L. O'Hearn, P.E.
Course Outline
In this course,
a method is described to approximate
the motor starting time using the characteristics provided by the manufacturer.
The motor torque versus speed curve, the load torque versus speed curve,
and the current versus speed curve are utilized along with the rotating inertia
to calculate the acceleration time for the motor.
The acceleration curve is plotted on a time versus current curve along
with the motor’s thermal limits to select the proper over current protection. A discussion of the results and the methodology
for the calculation is included. An
example calculation is included for discussion purposes.
I. Introduction to calculating motor starting
time
II. Method
used to calculate motor starting time
III. Example motor characteristics and typical manufacturer
supplied curves
IV. An
example motor starting calculation and a discussion of the results.
V. Course Summary.
This course includes
a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding
of the course materials.
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course, the
student will:
- Have an understanding the method used to calculate an approximate value for the motor’s starting time for full voltage across the line starting;
- Be capable of using the motor and load characteristics obtain from the equipment manufacturer to calculate the motor’s start time;
- Have an understanding of the effect of a voltage dip on the motor’s starting time; and
- Understand how to use this method
to assist in the selection of the proper over current protection for the motor
for starting conditions.
Intended Audience
The intended audience is professional engineers, project managers, and project engineers, interested in the methods used to calculate time it takes to start an electric motor.
Benefit to Attendees
A better understanding of the purpose for and the techniques involved in calculating motor start time. An example calculation is included to assist in understanding the numerical methods utilized.
Course Content
In this course, you are required to study Naval Education and Training Materials (NAVEDTRA 14173), Electricity and Electronic Training Series; Module-2 "Concepts of Alternating Current" Chapter 1:
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A method is described to approximate
the motor starting time using the characteristics provided by the manufacturer.
The motor torque versus speed curve, the load torque versus speed curve,
and the current versus speed curve are utilized along with the rotating inertia
to calculate the acceleration time for the motor.
The acceleration curve is plotted on a time versus current curve along
with the motor’s thermal limits to select the proper over current protection.
References
1. NEMA MG1-1993.
3.
IEEE Std.
620 IEEE “Guide for the Presentation of Thermal Limit Curves for Squirrel Cage
Induction Machines”.
Quiz
Once
you finish studying the
above course content,
you need to
take a quiz
to obtain the PDH credits.
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