Title :
Can field tests prove motor efficiency?
Author :
Nailen, Richard L.
Author_Institution :
Wisconsin Electr. Power Co., Milwaukee, WI, USA
Abstract :
An outline of the inaccuracies found in the field testing of motors for efficiency is given. A summary of test methods is presented, and the sources of motor loss are discussed. Seven suggestions for improving field-testing accuracy are given
Keywords :
electric motors; losses; machine testing; efficiency; electric motors; field testing; Costing; Industrial power systems; Instruments; Manufacturing; Measurement standards; Power engineering and energy; Power generation economics; Production facilities; Reliability engineering; Testing;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
