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Expt 6 The Split Phase Motor

The document provides instructions for an experiment using a split-phase induction motor to investigate the relationship between its speed, current, power factor, efficiency, and the torque produced at varying loads. Students are directed to record motor parameters like torque, speed, power, voltage and current under increasing loads, and to calculate output power, volt-amperes, power factor, and efficiency. Questions are also provided to assess understanding of split-phase motor operation principles.

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Expt 6 The Split Phase Motor

The document provides instructions for an experiment using a split-phase induction motor to investigate the relationship between its speed, current, power factor, efficiency, and the torque produced at varying loads. Students are directed to record motor parameters like torque, speed, power, voltage and current under increasing loads, and to calculate output power, volt-amperes, power factor, and efficiency. Questions are also provided to assess understanding of split-phase motor operation principles.

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Department of Electrical Engineering Laboratory Manual for AC Machines

Experiment No. 6
THE SPLIT-PHASE MOTOR

OBJECTIVE

To investigate the relationship between the speed, current, power factor and efficiency of a
split-phase induction motor and the torque produced by the motor.

EQUIPMENT INITIAL SETTINGS


Test Bed  Speed range 1800 rev/min
 START/ STOP/ RUN switch to STOP
 External/internal torque switch to INT
 Torque reverse switch to give positive meter deflection
 Torque meter range to 2.5 N-m
 Brake torque control to minimum
FH70 Split phase motor Test machine
Instrumentation Frame
V3 AC Voltmeter 250 V range
A3 AC Ammeter 2 A range
W1 AC Wattmeter 500 W range

PROCEDURES:

1. Position the FH70 mimic diagram over the Test Bed machine access sockets.

2. Locate the FH70 Split Phase Motor into the right-hand test position of the Test Bed and
insert the 16-way plug into the adjacent socket. Note: due to the higher starting torque
produced by this machine, the white nylon coupling torque discs should be used when
coupling to the Test Bed.

3. Set up the equipment and connect as shown in the wiring diagram of Figure 6.1 or Figure
6.2.

4. Switch on the power to the Test Bed, firstly at the main switch and then by pressing the
green ON push button to engage the contractor.

5. Set the START/STOP/RUN switch to the START position and quickly through the STOP
position to the RUN position, once the motor has achieved full speed.

6. Adjust the brake control so that the motor develops a torque of 0.5 N-m and allow the
motor to warm up for approximately 15 minutes. Reset the brake control to a minimum.

7. In steps, as indicated in the results table, increase the torque on the motor, and record
corresponding values of torque, speed, power, voltage and current, until the motor stalls.
Return the STAART/STOP.RUN switch to STOP after the test.

8. Assess the ability of the split-phase motor to start when a supply is connected to the
machine on no-load, and when it has been caused to stall and the load removed. The
Department of Electrical Engineering Laboratory Manual for AC Machines

START/ STOP/ RUN switch should be in the RUN position for these assessments. Note:
In order to relieve stress on the coupling due to the initial high impact torque, it is
recommended that the brake torque control be related approximately1 turn from the
minimum position before starting procedure is commenced. When the motor starts, the
brake torque control should be harmed back to minimum position before carrying out the
load test.

9. The initial starting current for this machine is high end it is recommended that the
ammeter and wattmeter current coil are short-circuited by a temporary connection during
starting.

10. Finally, measure the starting torque and current using the rotor-locking pin provided.
Deactivate the contactor by pressing the red OFF button, and insert the pin into the hole
located in the right-hand dynamometer bass. It may be necessary to rotate the shaft in
order to align the holes in the shaft and the bass, and adjust the Perspex safety guard so
that the enlarged section coincides with the pin. Disconnect the wattmeter from the
circuit. Change the ammeter range to 10 A. Press the green ON button, turn the
START/STOP/RUN switch to START, and read the torque and current.

CAUTION:
This procedure (9) must be completed as quickly as possible in order to avoid
overheating of the windings of the motor. Care must be taken to check the zero of the
torque measuring system.

WIRING DIAGRAM

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

CALCULATIONS:

Calculate the value if output power, volt-amperes, power factor and efficiency using the
following relationships:

Output power = (2 π )(speed)(torque)/60


Volt- amperes = (Supply voltage) (supply current)
Power factor = (Input Power)/(Volt-amperes)
Per unit efficiency = (Output power)/ (Input power)

GRAPHS:
Department of Electrical Engineering Laboratory Manual for AC Machines

Plot graphs of speed, current, power factor and efficiency against torque

QUESTIONS AND PROBLEMS

1. What is a centrifugal switch and why is it used in split-phase motors?

2. Explain carefully why the fluxes created by the main and auxiliary windings are out of
phase in time and space?

3. Why is it desirable to disconnect the auxiliary winding in a split phase motor after the
rotor reaches about 75% of rated speed?

4. How is a split-phase motor reversed? Illustrate your answer with sketches.

5. How is it possible to control the speed of a split-phase motor?

PRELIMINARY DATA SHEET

Experiment 6 - THE SPLIT-PHASE MOTOR

NAME: _______________________________ DATE: ________________


COURSE/SECTION: __________________ GROUP NO.: __________

Table 6.1(a) Measured Values

Supply Volt-
Torque Speed Supply Input
Current amperes
(N-m) (rpm) Voltage (V) Power (W)
(A) (VA)
0.10
0.20
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
1.10
1.20
Department of Electrical Engineering Laboratory Manual for AC Machines

1.30

Table 6.2 Calculated Values

Torque Output Volt-Amperes Efficiency


Power Factor
(N-m) Power (W) (VA) (p.u.)
0.10
0.20
0.30
0.40
0.50
0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
1.10
1.20
1.30

_________________________
Instructor’s Signature

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