Sensor for testing DC motors
The company PCE Process Control
Electronic GmbH has developed a
sensor for non-contact testing of
DC motors. The residual magnetic
field of the pole housing is
detected and evaluated. During
start-up, the direction of rotation
is determined, which is difficult
with DC motors without contact to
the axis. The direction of rotation
can depend both on the polarity
of the power supply and on the
stator magnetic field.
After the run-up, the idle speed is
measured. The system also checks
for armature faults such as lamella
closure and interruption. The
results can be read out via an RS
485 interface (I/O standard).
An adaptation to further interfaces
is planned.
www.pce-systems.com
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