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Option 2 : Slip ring rotor
Almost 90% of the induction motors are squirrel cage type because they have the simplest and most rugged construction.
The differences between the slip ring and squirrel cage induction motor are given below:
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Slip ring induction motor |
Squirrel cage induction motor |
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It has a slip ring type rotor |
It has a squirrel cage type rotor |
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Cylindrical laminated core with parallel slots and each slot consist one bar |
The slots of the rotor are not parallel but are skewed |
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Construction is complicated |
Construction is simple |
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We can add external resistance to the rotor |
The rotor bar is permanently shorted at the end of the ring; thus, it is not possible to add any external resistance |
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The rotor resistance starter can be used |
Rotor resistance starter cannot be used |
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Starting torque is high |
Starting torque is low |
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Brushes are present |
Brushes are absent |
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Frequent maintenance is required |
Less maintenance required |
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Power factor is low |
Power factor is high |
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Speed control is possible |
Speed control is not possible |