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How to Connect a Capacitor to an AC Motor (With Video)
A capacitor failure is usually the first sign of a bigger problem. Make sure you do some investigating before replacing it. Follow our step-by-step guide.
What Types of Motors Can Be Used with VFDs? (With Video)
Can any motor be used with a VFD? If not, which motors can be used with VFDs? VFDs allow you to adjust the speed of an AC motor but not all motors are compatible.
Power Consumption of a 3-Phase vs a Single-Phase Motor
Though single-phase and 3-phase power supplies have their pros and cons, they have different applications. Read this article to learn more.
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.
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.
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!
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.
How to Size a VFD for a 3-Phase Motor (With Video)
In this blog and video, 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!
DC Motor RPM vs Voltage
DC motor's speed, torque, and voltage are all interconnected. Understand the different ways you can control your electric motor. Read more!
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