Title :
Applying Permanent-Magnet Motors in an Ex Environment
Author :
McElveen, Robbie ; Martin, Benoit ; Massey, Evans ; Stelzner, Dan
Author_Institution :
Baldor Electr. Co., Greenville, SC, USA
Abstract :
There are characteristics of permanent magnet (PM) motors, both by design and by application, that create new challenges in certifying for oil and gas environments. To date, certifications of PM motors are being handled on a case-by-case basis. This paper will identify areas in the standards that require additional clarification or assumptions when applying PM motors.
Keywords :
permanent magnet motors; rotors; PM motors; hazardous area application; permanent-magnet motors; Induction motors; Permanent magnet motors; Rotors; Standards; Synchronous motors; Testing; Torque; Hazardous; permanent magnet (PM); standards;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TIA.2014.2346709
