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Lab 3

The document outlines a laboratory experiment for studying the characteristics of synchronous generators, including open circuit, short circuit, and DC resistance tests. It details the objectives, apparatus required, and step-by-step procedures for each task, emphasizing safety precautions regarding current limits. The experiment aims to plot the open circuit and short circuit characteristics and measure the DC resistance of the generator's windings.

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Lab 3

The document outlines a laboratory experiment for studying the characteristics of synchronous generators, including open circuit, short circuit, and DC resistance tests. It details the objectives, apparatus required, and step-by-step procedures for each task, emphasizing safety precautions regarding current limits. The experiment aims to plot the open circuit and short circuit characteristics and measure the DC resistance of the generator's windings.

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EC2220 – Electrical Machines and Power Systems

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Year 02, Semester 02


Faculty of Engineering
B.Sc. Eng. (Hons) 2025

Laboratory 03 – Synchronous Generator LO3


Characteristics

Objectives
The objective of this experiment is to study open circuit and short circuit characteristics of the
synchronous generator.

Apparatus
• LabVolt setup
• Synchronous Machine
• Dynamometer
• Data Acquisition Unit
• Computer

Task 1: Open Circuit Test

Figure 1: Open Circuit Test


• Connect the synchronous generator module with the prime mover (Dynamometer) and do the
wiring as shown in figure 1. (Connect the generator stator windings in Y configuration.)
• Start the Dynamometer and adjust the speed to 1500 RPM.
• Adjust the Field Current - IF (DC Exciter Supply) until the generator output is equal to the rated
terminal voltage, do this in steps while taking measurement of IF and Line to Neutral (Phase)
voltage (Vph = EA at no load) output from the generator.
• At rated output voltage measure the machine torque and observe both the line and phase
voltage waveforms on the power scope. Sketch the generated voltage waveform at the rated
voltage.
• Reduce the alternator excitation to zero and stop the dynamometer.
• Plot open circuit characteristics (OCC) for the synchronous motor and identify the air gap
line.

Task 2: Short Circuit Test

Figure 2: Short Circuit Test

• Connect the synchronous generator module with the prime mover (Dynamometer) and do the
wiring as shown in figure 1. (Connect the generator stator windings in Y configuration.)
• Start the Dynamometer and adjust the speed to 1500 RPM.
• Please note: The rated output current of the synchronous generator is 0.28 A, if you exceed this
value generator will burn.
• Slowly adjust DC excitation current value in steps until the output current value is about 0.28A.
Take measurements for all the steps increase.
• Reduce the alternator excitation to zero and stop the dynamometer.
• Plot short circuit characteristics (SCC) for the synchronous motor.

Task 3: DC Resistance Test

Figure 3: DC Resistance Test

• To perform the DC resistance test, the motor should be turned off.


• Connect the stator windings in a Y-connected configuration as shown in Figure 3.
• Measure the DC voltage output and set it to 12 V before connecting the DC supply
to the stator windings (port 1 and 2).
• Apply the DC voltage to the stator terminals and measure the current.
• You need to make sure that the current through stator coils should not exceed the rated
current of the generator (0.28 A).
• After taking current and voltage measurements, calculate the winding DC resistance.

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