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Ambient temperature
Electrical equipment; Motors
The temperature of the surrounding cooling medium, such as gas or liquid, which comes into contact with the heated parts of the motor. The cooling medium is usually the air surrounding the motor. The ...
Electromotive force (EMF)
Electrical equipment; Motors
A synonym for voltage, usually restricted to generated voltage.
Anti-friction bearing
Electrical equipment; Motors
An anti-friction bearing is a bearing utilising rolling elements between the stationary and rotating assemblies.
Encapsulated winding
Electrical equipment; Motors
A motor which has its winding structure completely coated with an insulating resin (such as epoxy). This construction type is designed for exposure to more severe atmospheric conditions than the ...
Armature
Electrical equipment; Motors
The portion of the magnetic structure of a DC or universal motor which rotates.
Enclosures
Electrical equipment; Motors
The housing, frame, of the motor of which there are two broad classifications; open and totally closed. There are specific types of each:
Motor enclosures
Electrical equipment; Motors
Reliance offers the industry's widest selection of motor/generator enclosures to meet specific operating needs.
