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How to Connect a Capacitor to an AC Motor
Capacitors are necessary in storing and releasing electricity but can be tricky to replace in an AC Motor. Follow our step-by-step guide.
Running a DC Motor with a Solar Panel
Choosing to run your electric motor on solar power can help to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions significantly. However, the flow of voltage is not as consistent as what is required by your DC electric motor. Read on to learn how to make it work!
Drum Reversing Switch Wiring Diagrams
Wiring diagrams for single-phase motors with drum reversing switches. Find 5-lead, 7-lead, and 9-lead downloads here.
Talk to the Experts
Saturday, August 22nd, eMotors Direct’s first radio interview aired on 650 CKOM Saskatchewan Newstalk Radio. Listen to the episodes here.
Pros and Cons of Electric vs Hydraulic Motors
What are the pros and cons of electric vs hydraulic motors? We dig into the details to figure out when and for what applications each option is best suited for.
Wiring a Pressure Transducer to a VFD
What is a pressure transducer? How does it work? And how do you wire it into your circuit? Read now for your answers.
What Types of Motors Can Be Used with VFDs?
While the use of VFDs allows you to adjust the speed of your AC induction motor, not all motors are compatible with VFDs. Read this article to learn more about choosing the correct motor for your application.
How to Size a VFD for a 3-Phase Motor
In this blog, we discuss the factors you need to consider when finding a variable frequency drive (VFD) for your 3-phase electric motor. Read more!
VFD Regeneration Explained
In this article we explain the principles of VFD regeneration and discuss the cost savings of capturing this energy for future use. Read more!
How to Change the Direction of a DC Motor
A comprehensive guide on changing the direction of your DC motor. Read more to find out how to do so simply and without causing damage to your equipment.
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