How do I measure PCD of a motor flange?

Details on how to measure the PCD of a motor flange.

Last updated 10 months ago

How to determine the mounting type

This article shows the different variations of mounting arrangements.

Last updated 10 months ago

How do much clearance do I need for a motor?

Details on how much clearance is required for motor cooling.

Last updated 10 months ago

How do check what motor IEC frame size I have?

By measuring the motor, it is possible to determine the IEC frame size of the motor.

Last updated 10 months ago

How do I wire a 3 Phase electric motor?

Details on how to wire a 3 Phase electric motor.

Last updated 7 months ago

How do I tell what degree of protection I need?

What is an IP Rating?

Last updated 10 months ago

The dangers of over-greasing

When it comes to re-greasing bearings, more is not always the better option and actually can be a costly mistake.

Last updated 10 months ago

How do I re-grease a motor bearing?

Details on re-greasing a motor bearing.

Last updated 10 months ago

What size cable should I use?

Help select the correct size cable or wire for your motor.

Last updated 11 months ago

What is the difference between a permanent cap and a cap start/cap run single phase motor?

Last updated 1 year ago

What are Anti Condensation Heaters (ACH)?

What are ACH and how to wire them.

Last updated 6 months ago

What is the difference between an IEC Design N and IEC Design H motor.

Last updated 10 months ago

How do I reverse a single phase motor?

A quick look at how to reverse single phase motors.

Last updated 8 months ago

Brake Operation and Connection Diagram.

Details on connecting electromagnetic brakes

Last updated 5 months ago

What are the normal shaft tolerances?

Details on shaft tolerances.

Last updated 1 year ago

What torque should the multi mount feet fixings be?

Motors with multi-mount feet have a fixing to fix the feet to the motor, this article give details on the required torque.

Last updated 1 year ago

Why do we need Insulated bearings or Shaft Grounding Brushes?

Information about what Insulated bearings and shaft grounding brushes are for.

Last updated 10 months ago

Instructions for storage of motors

Details on how motors should be stored for long periods of time.

Last updated 6 months ago

Types of Gears

Gearbox reducers can be offered in various gear arrangements.

Last updated 1 year ago

Gearbox Mounting Positions

Details on the Gearbox mounting positions. Including Terminal box, Torque arm, Output Shaft and Output flange arrangements.

Last updated 7 months ago

Lubricant Fill Quantity and Type

Details of the amount of oil and type of oil that should be used.

Last updated 7 months ago

What is a Frequency Inverter?

Details on what a Inverter is and what it is used for.

Last updated 3 months ago