Electric Motor Research

Date:17/01/2023
Contents

Background………...............................................................................................3
Literature Review……………………………………………………………………………………4
Recommendations………………………………………………………………………………….5
References…………………………………………………………………………………………….6
 Background

Most electric motors have a lifespan of 30 000 to 40 000 hours [1]. However, the lifespan of a motor is
Largely affected by factors such as the quality of maintenance and environmental conditions.
Literature Review

The common causes of frequent pump motor failure are given below:

• Electric overload. When the motor operates with a current exceeding the rated current. When a motor starts the current
is usually 3-5 times the design current and so overload can significantly damage the circuit[1].
• The motor operates in a damp environment. When selecting a pump for a given application, waterproof and moisture
proof considerations of the motor must be taken[2].
• Mechanical failure causing the motor to be overloaded and the current too large.[2]
• Low resistance. This is caused by the degradation of the insulation windings arising from corrosion , physical damage or
overheating[1]
• Contamination. When foreign object creep into the motor, this can lead to the damage of raceways., bearing balls and
fans resulting in overheating and failure[1].
• Vibration usually results in misalignment and eventual failure of the motor.[1]
Recommendations

• Replace the motor

• The multistage water pump isn’t waterproof in the environment in which it operates. Design of a shelter
would be most appropriate to ensure the dryness of the interior during adverse environmental or weather
conditions.
• Ensure that the right motor is being used for the application.
References

[1] Acorn-ind.Insight[Online]Available at:https://www.acorn-ind.co.uk/insight/five-causes-of-motor-failure/

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[2] Waterpumpcn.[Online] Available at:

https://waterpumpcn.com/why-does-the-centrifugal-pump-appear-to-burn-the-motor/#:~:text=The%20flow%20rate
%20of%20the,the%20motor%20will%20be%20burnt.&text=The%20reasons%20for%20the%20motor,insulation%2C
%20and%20lack%20of%20equal
.
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