Description: Forget those overly complicated books that try to cover it all! Easy to read and understand, MOTOR CONTROL FUNDAMENTALS, 1st Edition builds the foundation of knowledge you need to work with AC Induction Motors. Focusing on basic, single-phase, and three-phase induction motor theory and operation, MOTOR CONTROL FUNDAMENTALS details common motor control circuit schemes, and demonstrates how to read, interpret, and document motor control circuit diagrams, while offering ample practice circuit problems to build critical skills. Get a solid start in the electrical industry with MOTOR CONTROL FUNDAMENTALS! Product Benefits: - Written by a Master Electrician in an easy-to-understand format, MOTOR CONTROL FUNDAMENTALS speaks the language of the trade without overwhelming new learners with extraneous, advanced content.
- A stepping-stone to more complex electrical topics, this text prepares construction electricians with a solid foundation in the key electrical principles they are likely to encounter in the industry.
- Short enough for a single course; the book thoroughly addresses AC motors, motor theory, and motor control circuits--at a far more reasonable price than others on the market.
- Covers the areas essential to today's electricians, such as Electric Motor Magnetic Theory, Motor Nameplates, Solenoids, Overload Units, Motor Control Circuit Ladder Diagrams, and VFDs, as well as the latest tools and equipment.
- A perfect jobsite resource, this text reinforces concepts with practice labs developed for even the simplest motors lab settings.
Table of Contents: 1. Electric Induction Theory.
2. Induction Motor Overview.
3. Three-Phase Motor Theory.
4. Single-Phase Induction Motors.
5. Induction Motor Electrical Connections.
6. Motor Nameplates.
7. Magnetic Relays and Contactors.
8. Overload Units.
9. Magnetic Motor Starters.
10. Motor Starter Circuits.
11. Motor Control Circuit Ladder Diagram Documentation.
12. Two-Wire Motor Control.
13. Three-Wire Motor Control.
14. Control Circuits. |
