#vfd

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.
By Cory Soetaert
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.
By Chris Beaton
What Is a Brake Motor? Electric Motor Braking & Electromagnetic Brakes
Learn how brake motors work, why electric motor braking is essential, and the role of electromagnetic motor brakes in safety, holding torque, and load control.
By Jill Wallace
RTDs & Motor Thermistors Explained: Prevent Motor Downtime
Learn the difference between motor thermostats, thermistors, and RTDs. Discover how these temperature sensing devices prevent overheating, extend motor life, and reduce unplanned downtime in industrial applications.
By Jill Wallace
How to Program a TECO Westinghouse L510
We’ll walk you through the basic set up of an L510 TECO Westinghouse VFD, including parameter set up, acceleration and deceleration time, and factory reset.
By Cory Soetaert
Variable Torque vs Constant Torque Loads (With Video)
The most important factor in selecting the correct variable frequency drive (VFD) for your application is to know what type of load will be applied to your electric motor. The type of load will determine the size of the VFD needed and, in turn, the cost. Read to learn more!
By Cory Soetaert
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.
By Cory Soetaert
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!
By Cory Soetaert
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!
By Chris Beaton
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.
By Chris Beaton

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