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large conduc tor sizes have to be used. Power factor Indian standards these are issued by Bureau of Indian
problem is particularly import ant in case of inducti on Standards_ (BIS), Manak Bhavan, Bahad ur Shah Zafar Road,
New Delhi
motor.
PRIN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU ELECT.) (1.5) PRINOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MACHINE
• The Standard Specifications Issued for Electrical • IS 4722 - 1992 : Specifications for rotating electrical
Machines: machines.
► Standard ratings of machines • IS 12802 - 1989 : Temperatute rise measurement of
► Types of enclosure rotating electrical machines.
► stand ard dimensions of conductors to be used • IS 4889 -· 1968 Method of determination of efficiency
► Meth0 d of marking ratings and name plate details. of rotating electrical machines.
► Performance specifications to be used • IS 13555 - 1993 : Guide for selection and application of
► T_ypes of insulation and permissible temperature three phase induction for different types of driven
nse equipment.
► Permissible losses and range of efficiency • IS 7132 -1973 : Guide for testing Synchronous
► Procedure for testing of machine parts and machines.
machines • IS 5422 - 1996 : Turbine type generators.
► Auxiliary equipments to be provided • IS 7572 - 1974 : Guide for testing single-phase ac and
► Cooling methods to be adopted universal motors.
• In India, the Bureau of Indian standards (BIS) has laid • IS 8789 - 1996 : Values of performance characteristics
down their specification (ISI) for various products. The for three phase induction motors.
standards will be amended time to time, in order to • IS 12066 - 1986 : Three phase induction motors for
include the latest developments in technology. machine tools.
• The name plate of the rotating machine has to bear • IS 1180 - 1989 : Specifications for outdoor 3-phase
the following details as per ISi specifications. distribution transformer 100 kVA. [Sealed and Non-
sealed type)
► KW or KVA rating of machine
• IS 2026 - 1994 : Specifications of power transformers.
► Rated working voltage
• IS 11171 - 1985 :_ Dry type power transformers.
► Operating speed • IS 5142 - 1969 : Continuously variable voltage auto
► Full load current transformers
► Class of insulation • IS 10028 -1985 : Code of practice for selection,
► Frame size installation and maintenance of transformers.
► Manufacturers name • IS 10561 - 1983 : Application guide for power
transformers.
► Serial number of the product
• IS 13956 - 1994 : Testing transformers.
1.9.2 Some of the Indian Standard Specifications
• IS 9678 - 1980 : Methods of measuring temperature
Numbers along with Year of Issue for rise of electrical equipment.
Electrical Machines are Listed Here • IS 12063 - 1987 : Classification of degree of protections
• IS 325 - 1996 : Specifications for three phase induction provided by enclosures of electrical equipment.
motor. • IS 3855 - 1966 : Standard dimensions of rectangular
• IS 1231 - 1974 : Specifications for foot mounted enamelled Copper conductor.
induction motor. • IS 449 - 1962, : Standard dimensions of enamelled
• IS 4029 - 1967 : Guide for testing three phase round Copper conductor (oleo resinous enaniel).
• IS95 - 1960 : Standard dimensions of enamelled rounc
induction motor.
copper conductor (synthetic enamel).
• IS 996 - 1979 : Specifications for single phase cc and
• IS 1897 - 1962: Standard dimensions of bore coppe
universal meter.
strip.
• IS 1885 - 1993 : Specifications for electric and magnetic
• IS 1666 - 1961 : Standard dimensions of paper covere
circuits. rectangular copper conductor for transformer windin~
• IS 9499 - 1980 : Conventions concerning electric and • IS 2068 - 1962 : Standard dimensions of cottc
magnetic circuits. covered rectangular copper conductor for transforrr
• IS 7538 - 1996 : Specifications of three -phase induction windings.
motor centrifugal pumps and agricultur~I applications. • IS 3454 - 1966 : Standard dimensions of paper cove1
• IS 12615 - 1986 : Specifications for energy efficient round conductors used for transformer windings.
induction motor. • IS 450 - 1964 : Standard dimensions of cotton cove
• IS 9320 - 1979 Guide for testing de machines. round conductors for transformer windings.
PRIN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU ELECT.) (1.6)
PRINOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MAC~
p
!1.10 GENERAL DESIGN PROCEDURE Total flux linkages
T
q, =
• In general any electrical machine has two windings. 2
n
The transformer has primary and secondary winding. ... (1.1) T
The de machine and synchronous machine has k=l
ir
armature and field winding. The induction machine has C
Nk = The number of turns which link with flux <l>k
stator and rotor winding.
• The basic principle of operation of all electrical In this case there .1s a change m · the value of the flux
. .
linkages of the coil,an induced emf is produced is given by,
machine is governed by Faraday's law of induction.
Also in every electrical machine the energy is - d'I' V It ... (1.2)
e - - dt o
transferred through the magnetic field. Hence a
general design procedure can be developed for the (-) sign indicates that the direction of the ind uced emf
design of elelctrical machines. 1
The Change in Flux Linkages can be Caused in Three
• The general design procedure is to relate the main C
Ways:
dimentions of the machine to its rated power output. a
1. The coil is stationary with respect to flux and the flux
An electrical machine is designed to deliver a certain
varies in magnitude with respect to time.
amount of power called rated power. The rated power
output of a machine is defined as the maximum power 2. The flux is constant with respect to time and is
that can be delivered by machine safely. In de machine stationary and the coil moves through it.
the power rating is expressed in kW and in ac machine 3. Both the changes mentioned above occur together
in kVA. In case of motor the output power is expressed (ie)the coil moves through a time varying field.
in HP.
Method 1 : Where the coil is stationary and the flux is time
• In electrical machines the cor~ and winding of the varying, an emf called transformer or pulsational emf is
machine are together called active part. (Because the
produced. No motion is involved. There is no energy
energy conversion takes place only in all active part of
conversion. The process that really takes place is energy
the machine).
transference. This principles used in transformers.
• A general output equation can be developed for de
Method 2 : The flux cutting rule can be employed to
machine which relates the power output to volume of
illustrate the emf generated in a conductor moving in a
active part (D2L), speed, magnetic and electric loading.
constant stationary field. The emf generated in a conductor
• Similarly a general output equation can be developed of length moving at right angles to a uniform, stationary,
for ac machine which relates kVA rating to volume of time invarying magnetic field.
active part (D2L), speed, magnetic and e·lectric loading.
e = Blv Volt
11.11 BASIC PRINCIPLES I B - flux density ,wb/m2 (T)
The action of electromagnetic machines can be related to
I = length of conductor ,(m)
three basic principles which are,
v - linear velocity of conductors (m/s)
1. Induction
The generated emf in this case is called a "motioned emf'.
2. Interaction
Emf generated due to motion of conductor ,since motion is
· 3. Alignment
involved in' the production of this emf,the process involves
1. Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction electromechanical energy conversion.
This law states that emf induced in a closed electric
This principle is utilize in rotating machines like DC.
circuit is equal to the rate of change of flux linkages.
induction machines, synchronous machines.
Flux linkages 'I' = N 4>
Method 3 : A conductor or coil is moving across a
N _ the number of turns in a coil
stationary time varying magnetic field (flux)and therefore
~ _ flux linking with all of them
both transformer as well as motional emf are produced in
In most cases, the flux ~ does not link with all the turns or the conductor or coil. This process involves bot~
alternatively all the turns do not link with the same flux. transformer and energy conversion.
pRJN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU ELECT.) (1.7) PRINCIPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MACHINE
This principle is utilized in the commutator machines. produced remains unaltered. Fig. 1.2 (c) shows the
2. Interaction Principle (Biot-Savart's Law) effect of reversing the current when the direction of
This law gives the value of force produced on account of the field is unchanged. It is clear that under these
interaction between a magnetic field and a current carrying conditions the direction of force produced is reversed.
conductor . • Biot Savart's law can be applied to determine force
F = B l I sina Newton ... (1.3) between two current carrying conductors. Fig. 1.3
where, shows two parallel current carrying conductors of l
B - Flux density, wb/m 2 (T) separated by a distance D and situated in a medium of
l - length of conductor permeability µ. The two currents are 11 and 12. In Fig. 1.3
- current carried by conductor, A (a) the two currents flow in the same direction while in
a - Angle between the direction of current Fig. 1.3 (b) they flow in the opposite direction. The
and the direction of magnetic field resultant magnetic fields are also shown. It is clear that
The direction of force produced is perpendicular to both when conductors carry currents in the same direction,
current and magnetic field. Conductor and magnetic field there is a force of attraction between them, while there
=
are perpendicular to each other, thus a 90°,sin 90° 1 = is a force of repulsion between them if they carry
F = B l I Newton currents in the opposite directions.
I I I I I I / I I The value of the flux density, at the position of
I I I I I I I I I conductor carrying current I2.
I I I I I J I I I Due to current I is :
,l
---+i
•
Fig. 1.2 : Force on a current carrying conductor situated
perpendicular to a magnetic field (Interaction law)
In Fig. 1.2 (a), B represents the flux density of an
undisturbed (original) magnetic field. The introduction
J
of a current carrying conductor introduces new
magnetic field. The original field and the field due to
conductor combine to produce a resultant field as
shown in Fig. 1.2 (b). The resultant field is distorted in
the neighbourhood of the conductor, the resultant flux (a) Attraction (b) Repulsion
density being greater on one side and l~sser on the Fig. 1.3 : Forces between current carrying conductor
other and this results in production of an 3. Alignment
electromagnetic force in the direction . in~icated. In
If a magnetic field exists in a low permeability medium like
case the increase in flux density on one side is equal t_o
air and if piece of high permeability material is placed in
the reduction on the other side, the electromagnetic
this field, the latter experiences a force which tries to align
force is given by Eq. 1.3.
it with the direction of field in such away that it occupies a
• When either the direction of the current or the
position of minimum reluctance. The principle of
direction of the magnetic field is reversed. However, if
production of force due to alignment is used in reluctance
the directions of both the current as well as the
motors.
magnetic .field are reversed, the direction of the force
PRIN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU ELECT.) (1.8) PRINOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL M ~
1.12 MAIN DIMENSIONS OF ROTATING General Symbols Used for Designing of Inductj°'1
MACHINE Motor
D = Inner diamete r of stator or stator
• In rotating machines the active part is cylindrical in
bore, m
shape. The volume of the cylinder is given by the
L = Stator core length, m
product of area of cross section and length. If D is the
n = Speed, rps;
diamete r and L is the length of cylinder, then the
ns = synchronous speed, rps;
volume is given by nD 2l/4. Therefore D and L are
specified as main dimensions. p = No. of poles;
z = Total no. of armatur e or stator
conductors
T = Pole pitch, m;
Tph = Turns per phase
lz = Current in each conduct or, Amp
Kw = Winding factor;
Ip11 = Current per phase, Amp;
Eph = Induced EMF per phase, Volt;
-·wb/mL-.
• ., ❖:
"
,, lmf);Cond./m We have,
DC machine 0.4 to 0.8 15000 to 50000 Eph = 4.44f(j)TphKw,
3
Q = m x 4.44f(j)TphKw x Iph x 10·
Induction motor 0.3 to 0.6 5000 to 45000
But, f = p.nJ2
Synchronous machine 0.52 to 0.65 20000 to 40000
Turbo-alternator 0.52 to 0.65 50000 to 75000 Q = m x 4.44 (E:.!11
2
) (j)TphKJph x 10-
3
!1.15 OUTPUT EQUATION ... ·- - ..I = 1.11 kw (p(j) 2m Iph Tph) ns X 10-
3
nExpressed in terms of its main dimensions, specific Current in each conductor Iz = Iph (as only one
loadings and speed.'' circuit/phase)
Total no. of armature conductors
• Direct Current Machines
Z = no. of phases x (2 x turns per phase)
Power level developed by armature in kW
= 2mTph
Pa = generated EMF x armature current
3 Total electric loading= IzZ = 2miphTph
X 10- 3
Hence, Q = 1.11 Kw(p(j))(lzZ}nsxl0-
= E.la X 10-3
= 1.llKw(total magnetic loading) (total
E = <!> · Z-nEa electric loading) (synchronous speed)
But,
x10·3
E -3 But, p(j) = 1tOL-Bav and IzZ = 1tO-ac
Pa = (j) · Z · n a Ia X 10 3
Q = 1.11 Kw (1tOL·Bavl (1tO-ac)ns X 10-
= (p . (j)) (: · z) n x 10-
3
(since Iz = :)
2
3 2
= (l.ll1t2 BavacKw x 10- )0 Lns
= (11 BavacKw X 10-3)0 Lns
= (P . (j)) (lz . Z) n x 10-3 2
= C0 0 Lns
3
Hence, Pa = (total magnetic loading) (total electric where, C0 = liBavacKw x 10-
3
loading) (speed in rps) x 10- · =~ fficient
p. g, The capacity of motor is usually given either in horse
Specific magnetic loading Bav = 1t . o . L or
power (h.p) or in Kw.But this has to be changed in kVA
p . <I> = 1t . D . L . Bav kW
Input kVa, Q = . cos(j)
By substituting these values we get, 11
I ·Z The rating of induction motor is given in Horse Power
Specific electric loading ac = ~ or Iz · Z = 1t · O · ac HP x 0.746
3 Q = ,, . cos <I>
Pa = (1t . D . L . Bav) (1t · D · ac) n x 10-
2 Full load p.f. usually lies 0.82 to 0.92
= C0 D Ln
3
High p.f. is generally obtained with high speed motor.
2
where, Co = 1t . Bav . ac X 10- The full load efficiency is usually varies between 0.82 to
c 0
= Output co-efficient 0.93
PRIN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU (1.10) pRJNOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MAt1-tt,.
ELECT.) ~
• Factors Affecting Size of a Rotating Mac
hine: value of flux d en sity in the teet.h is not exceeded . ll.
. . ·•~
Speed: maximum va1ue o f flux density in the teeth 1s betwe
2 eri
According to the outp ut equation of a rotat 1.7 to 2.2 Wb/ m ·
ing machine
with a given value of kVA rating
2. Magnetizing Current f h" . d
Q = CoD2Lns The magnetiz . . current O a mac me 1s irert,.
• ing . . · ·1
⇒ Represent the volume of machine na 1 to m mf· The mm f 1s directly proportional
2 •
D L = _Q_C proport1o
ons
to spec,"fi1c magnetic loading. Hence . a large value 01
Speed, 1
ns ex D2L spec1.f1c
.
magne 1ct· load ing resu lts in increased values 01
.
magnet 1zin . g mm f and magnetizing current.
It is clear from outp ut equation that the • The vaIue of magn etizing current is not usually a
volume of active . us d es1g
. n consideration in de machines. But in
parts is inversely proportional to the spee serio
d. Increase in
speed means less volume (smaller size) that induction motors an increased value of
is low cost. magnetizing
Out put Co-Efficient: current results in low pow er factor. Henc
e specific
According to the output equation of a magnetic loading in induction moto rs is
rotating machine lower than in
with a given value of speed de machines. For synchronous mac
hiens the
Q = C0 D2 Lns magnetizing current is not so critical and
the value of
Output Co-efficient, specific magnetic loading is intermediate
between that
1 of de and induction machines.
Co ex D2L
3. Core Loss
It is clear from outp ut equation that the volu
me of active • The core loss in any part of the magnetic
parts is inversely proportional to the circuit is
value of output directly proportional to flux density for
coefficient C0 • speed. So Increase in value which it is
of Co results in
reduction in size and cost of the machine going to be designed. The flux dens
.. ity is directly
C0 = Output co-efficient proportional to the specific magnetic load
ing. Hence
11.16 CHOICE OF SPECIFIC LOADINGS ,, . the core loss in a machine varies directly
~/ · as the specific
magnetic loading. Thus a large valu
1.16 .1 Choice of Specific Magnetic Loadings e of specific
magnetic loading results in increased core
The choice if specific magnetic loading loss and
is influence by consequently a decreased efficiency and
certain factors. Some are general in nature an increased
and apply to all temperature rise.
types of machines and some are spec
ific and apply to
individual machines. • With a given specific magnetic loading,
the core los5
Some general factors are: increases as the frequency of flux reversals
is increased
1. Maximum flux density in iron parts of mac This is because the hystersis loss
hine is direct!~
2. proportional to the frequency and eddy
Magnetizing current curr ent loss i~
proportional to the square of the frequency
3. Core losses . lt follo w
that for high speed de machines, or high
1. Max imu m Flux Den sity in Iron frequency a
machines, specific magnetic load ings mus
t be reduce
• The max imum flux density in any iron part
of machine in order to achieve lower iron loss.
mus t be belo w a certain limit ing value.
The maximum
flux dens ity occurs in the teeth of the 1.16.2 Choice of Specific Electric Loading
armature (or
stat or core). [Teeth are the port ion 1. Copper Loss and Tem p Rise: larg e valu
of the core in e of ac, nee<
betw een slots]. greater amo unt of copper, results in
high er copp
• The flux dens ity in the teet h is dire ctly
prop ortio nal to losses and large temp erat ure rise
spec ific mag neti c load ing. Hence the choi 2. Voltage: for high volta ge machines, less
ce of specific
value of
load ing shou ld be such that the maximum
value of flux should be chosen, because it needs larg
den sity in the teet h is not exceeded e space 1
. The max imum insulation.
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Let w~ • Width of tho slot M'aximum allowable specific electric loading,
d, iii Oopth of the slot .JL " ' (1.6)
ac = P6 c
S, • Slot space factor
It can be inferred that the heat dissipated per unit area
Y, • Slot pitch
of armature is proportional to specific electric loading.
\) • Current density
From equation (1.6) it is clear that allowable specific
Tht spaclfi<' @lectrlc loading can be related to the electric loading is fixed by allowable temperature rise
8bove tern,s by the equation,
and the cooling coefficient. A high value of ac can be
ac • d, (wJy,) os, " ' (1.4) used in a machine when a high temperature rise is
From tq llMi011 (l.4) it is cleor that the specific loading allowed. The maximum allowable temperature rise if a
Is directly proportional to slot space factor s,. In high machine is determined by the type of insulating
volt1g1 rnftchines, greater insulation thickness is materials used in it. When better quality insulating
required and therefore the space factor for these materials which can withstand high temperature rises
machines Is lower. Hence an increase In voltage will, in are used in the machines, increased values of specific
general. necessitate a reduction in specific electric electric loading can be used. This results in reduction in
loading oc.
the size of the machine.
3. Ov•rload Capacity: larger value of ac , results i~ large
A high value of electric loading may be used if the
number of turns per phase. Which in turn increase the
cooling coefficient of the machine is small. The value of
leakage reactance of the machine, reduces the
overlot1d capacity of the machine. cooling coefficient depends upon the ventilation
conditions in the machine. High speed machines will
4. P•nnlsslble Temperature Rise
have better ventilation and so higher value of ac can
Let. 8 = Temperature rise
be used.
S = Dissipating surface
5. Size of Machine
Q = Loss dissipated
c = Cooling Coefficient From the equation (1.6) it is clear that ac depends on
the dimension of the slot. For large machines the
~ = Current density
depth of the slot will be greater and so higher values
p = Resistivity
of ac can be used. Actually if the current density and
Loss di~sipated per} (current)' x No. of conductors x Resistance
u111t 11rea of
the slot space factor are assumed constant, then
q• Surface area of armature
ormature surface specific electric loading is proportional to the diameter
2
11 X Z X p L /81 as slot depth usually depends upon the diameter.
= itDL
6. Current Density
IZ I
= ~ x .!L. x p = ac 6p " ' (1.5)
From the equation, q = ac 6 p it is clear that a higher
itD az
value of specific electric loading can be used in a
where, 6 = IJa1
machine which employs lower current density in its
Also, q = Q,/S
conductors. (because ac = q/6 p).
The temperature rise, 8 = ~ = qc
5 Typical values of current density are in the range of 2
q = 8/c to 5 A/mm 2. The temperature rise is usually 40°(
(above ambient) for normal applications and cooling
ac 6 p = !!C
coefficient is between 0.02 and 0.035°( W-m2.
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- - SOLVED EXAMPLES ] Hence, flux per pole, E v soo
Example l.l : A 350 kW, 500 v, 450 rpm, 6-pole, de
~ =Zn == Zn =660 X 450/60
generator ls built with an armature diameter of 0.87 m and = 0.101 Wb
core length of 0.32 m. The lap wound armature has 660
Specific magnetic loading,
conductors. Calculate the specific electric and magnetic _£!_ _ 6 X 0.101
loadings. Bav = 1tDL - 7t X 0.87 X 0.32
Solution : Givan : 2
- 0.6929 Wb/m
p = 350 kW
jl.17 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MATE~[
n = 450/60 rps
machines are classified intc
Materials used in Electrical
D = 0.87 m
three types:
Z = 660
1. Conducting;
V = 500 V
2. Magnetic
p = 6
3. Insulating
L = 0.32 m
Design of electrical machines depends mainly on quality oi
Lap wound materials used. If low quality materials are used, t~
Specific electric loading, machine will be less efficient, more bulky, higher weight
12 and higher cost. Operational running cost will also be
ac = ~ higher. A designer should have perfect knowledge o/
Specific magnetic loading, properties and cost of these materials so that the design
can be both efficient and cost-effective.
BI V -- ..et.
1tDL 1.17.1 Conducting Materials·
The power output of the generator, Conducting Materials are of Following Categories
P = VI x 10· 3 in kW 1. High conductivity materials
springs, brush holders, sliding contacts and knife switch m Group : Materials used for making heating devices in
electric furnaces and loading rheostats
blades. Cadmium copper- contact wires and commutator
Special Requirements
segments. Brass (66% Cu and 34% Zinc) has greater
• High permissible working temperature, low cost
mechanical strength ,wear resistance and lower and should have non-corrosive
conductivity - widely used in current carrying materials . * Material : Nichrome (Nickel, chromium and iron)
Copper silver alloy (99.10% and 0.06% to 0.1 %) has (optimum working temperature-900°-to 1000°)
. t ance
res1s to thermal shortening and creep (turbo- 3. Electrical Carbon Materials : Electrical carbon
materials are made from graphite and other forms of
alternators)
carbon coal.
Best conducing material is silver. Next _best is copp~r and Properties
then aluminum. Properties of these are compared in the • Negative temp. Co-efficient (contact voltage drop
following table. decreases with increasing temp)
• Low wear and tear (due to self lubricant property)
.
Table 12
.,. .,
Matena • I : Carb o n, carbon graphite graphite electro
I I
Unft Sliver Copper ~lumlnlun graphite, metal graphite- used for making brushes for
Sr. -No: · · Property ·
electrical machines.
0.975 0.585
1 Conductivity - 1.0
4. Super Conducting Materials : Materials exhibiting
1.46 1.777 2.826 zero value of resistivity are known as Super conductors.
2 Resistivity µ.Q-cm
A large number of metals become super-conducting
0.337 0.393 0.4
3 Temp-coeff. % per°C below a particular temperature characteristic of the
Medium Low particular metal. This temperature is known as the
4 Cost - Prohibitively
transition temperature.
high
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(1.14) PRINOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MACHINE
==-=-=~~--------.:...::::..:_
For Example: Alluminium - Trans.temp.- 1.18 K Uranium - whose hysteresis loops are more or less narrow (see
0.80 K It is interesting to note that copper, silver, gold etc., Figs. 1.6 (a) and (b)]. (Silicon steel, nickel- iron alloys
.are very good conductors at room temp., but do not etc.)
exhibit superconducting properties. ( vice versa for other These materials are called soft magnetic materials. Soft
metals and alloys) Application of superconductor It can be magnetic materials are used in the manufacture of
used for the transformers and rotating electrical machines, electrical machines, transformers and many kinds of
depending upon the comparative gain in the reduction of electrical apparatus, instruments and devices.
full load copper losses against the cost for provision of • Classifications:
cryogenic conditions
► Solid core materials
1.17.2 Magnetic Materials
► Laminated core material for pulsating fluxes
• All magnetic materials possess magnetic properties to
► Electrical sheet and strip
a greater or a lesser degree. The magnetic properties
of materials are characterized by their relative ► Special purpose alloys
permeability. In accordance with the value of relative • Solid Core Materials : For steady fluxes. These
permeability, materials may be divided into three materials are normally used for parts of magnetic
broad classes. circuits carrying steady flux as cores of d.c .
1. Ferromagnetic Materials The relative Electromagnets, relays and field frame (i.e., yoke) of
permeabilities of these materials are much greater d.c. machines. Examples: cast iron, cast steel and Ferro-
than unity and these permeability values are cobalt
dependent upon the magnetizing force • Laminated Core Material for Pulsating Fluxes :
Relative permeability -µr > > 1 (Nickel, cobalt, iron, These materials are normally used for parts of
steel, silicon steel etc.,) magnetic circuits carrying pulsating flux as cores of d.c.
2. Paramagnetic Materials : These materials have armature, stator and rotor of ac machines
their relative permeabilities only slightly greater • Electrical Steel Sheets Dynamo Grade Steels : Low
than unity. The value of susceptibility, is thus silicon content are used in rotating electrical machines
positive for these materials.
Relative permeability -µr > 1 (Air, Alluminium,
• Transformer Grade Steels : High silicon content are
used in transformers. Cold rolled grain oriented steel
palladium etc.,)
(CRGO) - is suitable for use in large transformers and
3. Diamagnetic Materials : These materials have
turbo alternators
their relative permeabilities slightly less than unity.
In both Paramagnetic and Diamagnetic materials • Special Purpose Alloys : Are used in instrument
the value of permeability is independent of the transformers, induction coils and choke. Example :
magnetizing force. permalloys, superpermalloy, perminvar etc.,
Relative permeability - µr < 1 (Bismuth, silver, lead, 2. Hard Magnetic Materials :
copper, water etc.,) • Materials with broad hysteresis loops [Fig 1.6 (c)] are
Ferromagnetic materials are very useful for electrical called hard magnetic materials. These materials are
engineering applications. Why? used in certain types of electrical machines. rating, and
When a ferromagnetic material is placed in a magnetic in all kinds of instruments and devices requiring
field, there is considerable distortion and, therefore, the permanent magnets which set up magnetic fields of
force exerted is very large. This property makes ferro- their own.
magnetic materials very useful for electrical engineering B
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applications.
Example: Iron, nickel, cobalt, and many of their alloys are
ferromagnetic.
Types of Magnetic Materials
l. Soft Magnetic Material
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2. Hard Magnetic Materials
l. Soft Magnetic Material
• The hysteresis loss depends upon . the area of
hysteresis loop. For this reason, magnette cores use~ in
alternating magnetic fields are made from materials (a)
(b)
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PRIN. OF ELEC. MACHINE DESIGN (BATU ELECT.) PRINOPLES AND DESIGN OF ELECTRICAL MACHINE
(1.15)
► High saturation induction (to minimize weight and • The term insulting material is sometimes used in a
volume of iron parts) broader sense to designate also insulating liquids, gas
and vacuum.
► High electrical resistivity so that the eddy emf and
Solid: Used with field, armature, transformer windings etc.
the hence eddy current loss is less
The examples are:
► Narrow hysteresis loop or low coercivity so that
• Fibrous or inorganic animal or plant origin, natural or
hysteresis loss is less and efficiency of operation is
synthetic paper, wood, card board, cotton, jute, silk
high etc., rayon, nylon, terelane, asbestos, fiber glass etc.,
► A high curie point. (Above Curie point or • Plastic or resins. Natural resins-lac, amber, shellac etc.,
tempera ture the material loses the magnetic Synthetic resins-phenol formaldehyde, melamine,
property or becomes paramagnetic, that is polyesters, epoxy, silicon resins, bakelite, Teflon, PVC
effectively non-mag netic) etc
► Should have a high value of energy product • Rubber : natural rubber, synthetic rubber-butadiene,
(expressed in joules/ m3). silicone rubber, hypalon, etc.,
• Mineral : mica, marble, slate, talc chloride etc.,
lt.18 INSULATING MATERIALS
• Ceramic : porcelain, steatite, alumina etc.,
To avoid any electrical activity between parts at differe_ nt • Glass : soda lime glass, silica glass, lead glass,
potentials, insulatio n is used. An ideal insulating material
borosilicate glass
should possess the followin g properties.
• Non-resinous : mineral waxes, asphalt, bitumen,
• Should have high dielectri c strength. chlorinated naphthalene, enamel etc.,
• Should with stand high temperature. Uquid: Used in transformers, circuit breakers, reactors,
• Should have good thermal conduct ivity rheostats, cables, capacitors etc., & for impregnation. The
• Should not undergo thermal oxidatio n examples are:
• Should not deterior ate due to higher tempera ture and • Mineral oil (petrole um by product)