2006-07-23 07:43:40 · 9 answers · asked by purush 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
It would be extremely helpful to hear from someone, who has the practical experience of such a project.
2006-07-25 06:57:58 · update #1
Get a power converter... it will change the 50hz to DC.. and then the DC into 60Hz... they are not cheap... but for most things.. you don't really need them...
you will need this only if your device's speed is critical.. like a clock.. or record player.. etc...
most other devices will run on 50Hz... just a little less efficient..
and.. if it is a really good piece of stereo (for example) it will have a little "50Hz/60Hz" switch on it.
2006-07-23 07:48:30 · answer #1 · answered by ♥Tom♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For most AC motors, you will need to de-rate the applied voltage magnitude since at a lower applied frequency the magnetic flux in the machine increases which can increase currents in the windings. Some motors are designed for a 50/60Hz range and work fine on both frequencies, but check with the motor nameplate or manufacturer.
So, for a machine designed for 60Hz running on a 50Hz system, set the applied voltage to (50/60)*rated_voltage.
OR, there are solid-state induction motor drives available that can take single phase AC at 50Hz and convert that to a variable frequency voltage at the output (I think you can vary the voltage magnitude as well). So just adjust the output to 60 Hz. This might be a viable solution, albeit a little costly and there will be some power losses within the drive.
2006-07-25 11:30:40 · answer #2 · answered by Ubi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually comercial motors are designed to run on 50 hz or 60 hz cycle because the frequency of power source differs from one state to another. You know frequency is related to the speed it is the cycle per second or the number of revolution the motor shaft rotates in a second. if you will try to run a 50 hz motor in a 60 hz power supply it will not damaged the motor if the full load current is still meet and not exceeded to much or you better use an inverter.
2006-07-28 06:32:14 · answer #3 · answered by yar2005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some electronic equipment doesn't care, but large motors and the like will not run well on 50 Hz and may overheat dangerously. To convert to 60 Hz, you need a motor-generator set. They are not cheap.
2006-07-23 15:14:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ideally it should be 60 Hz but it's OK to run them on 50 Hz although they will run a little slower. Most single phase AC motors are designed for 50-60 HZ.
2006-07-23 14:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by Don S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Induction motors and synchronous motor's speed will be reduced at 50Hz, as will their maximum torque and power capability. However, the universal DC motor will run on AC and is not sensitive to frequency. This latter type of motor is often used in small appliances.
2006-07-23 15:16:48 · answer #6 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem with larger motors is that they will run too hot. as the inductive reactance at 50Hz is lower and more current will pass thought the motor. In some countries they take the motors apart and rewind them with more windings so that they run the same current that would have been drawn at 60Hz.
2006-07-23 18:55:53 · answer #7 · answered by rscanner 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can run any kind of equipment on 50Hz, it won't work fine ut it will work. Example if you plug a clock designed for 60Hz on 50Hz, you will probably wake up late in the morning...use battery.
There's no way you can really change 50Hz into 60Hz and I don't see why you would do that either. Produce your own current buddy otherwise.
2006-07-23 15:30:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can run. Only RPM will change.
2006-07-23 15:13:57 · answer #9 · answered by Dr M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋