Which of the following statements is NOT true about the three-phase slip ring induction motor?
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Option 4 : Slip ring motors are widely used.
Three-phase slip ring induction motor:
A slip ring induction motor is referred to as an asynchronous motor as the speed at which it operates is not equal to the synchronous speed of a rotor.
The rotor of this type of motor is wound type. It comprises of a cylindrical laminated steel core and a semi-closed groove at the outer boundary to accommodate a 3-phase insulated winding circuit.
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Advantages of Slip Ring Induction Motor:
- High and excellent starting torque to support high inertia loads.
- It has a low starting current due to external resistance
- Can take full load current that is 6 to 7 times higher
Disadvantages of Slip Ring Induction Motor:
- Includes higher maintenance costs due to brushes and slip rings compared to squirrel cage motor
- Intricate construction
- High copper loss
- Low efficiency and low power factor
- Expensive than 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor so not widely used.
Applications of Slip Ring Induction Motor:
- These motors are used where higher torque and low starting current are required.
- Used in applications like elevators, compressors, cranes, conveyors, hoists, and many more.