Farm Duty Motors
Farm duty electric motors withstand the rugged conditions of life on the farm. They excel in the demanding environments that we tend to find in agricultural and industrial applications. They provide the reliability and efficiency that we require in the sorts of applications that power essential equipment. Motors that deliver that kind of performance power things like augers, conveyors, fans, and pumps. They handle heavy loads and maintain energy efficiency, which makes them critical to the sorts of applications—like irrigation and grain handling—where you can't afford a motor that fails halfway through its duty cycle.
Motors used in agricultural applications must work effectively in adverse environments. Dust, dirt, and moisture must not compromise the operation of the motor; hence the motors are totally enclosed. Specialized applications like ventilation, irrigation, and feed processing require motors that deliver consistent power and perform well under load. Farm duty environments call for maximum safety, high efficiency, and good reliability if the motors are to power essential farm equipment. Long-term reliable operation is a must since the motors are not meant to be frequently replaced or repaired. High torque at starting is an important performance characteristic of the motors. So is overload protection. Both features are important because they help the motors perform well even when the conditions are extreme.
More information about Farm Duty Motors
Offering a comprehensive selection, farm-duty motors are standard and custom-designed to satisfy the diverse demands of industrial applications and farm operations. They power everything from heavy-duty machinery found in industrial settings to many kinds of custom-designed machines that automate farming tasks. These NEMA motors come in both single phase and three phase designs. They are efficient and reliable; you can count on them to power your farm operations, even when they are tested by the inclemencies of weather and the rigors of a demanding workday. If you're in the market for motors that do farm duty well and reliably for many years, these are your best bet.
FAQs
Can farm duty motors provide enough power to operate air compressors in poultry equipment?
Yes, farm duty motors are designed to provide sufficient power and durability to operate air compressors in poultry equipment. They also can enhance safety in agricultural applications.
Motor Starters, Soft Starters and VFDs
Motor Starters
Motor starters safely start and stop a motor in industrial applications. They are designed with a contactor, overload and circuit protection. They are used when basic motor control is required, where torque on the motor is not a concern and speed control is not needed. The advantages of motor starters include: lower cost, allows for remote operation, allows for monitoring of motor state (with the use of auxiliary contacts) and they are safe and efficient. The disadvantages include: high inrush current that can cause fuses to blow and breakers to trip if the inrush is too high, and the starter will allow a full torque to start the motor which can cause the motor to ramp up to full speed very quickly potentially causing the motor to wear and degrade prematurely.
Soft Starters
Soft starters protect motors from inrush current by gently ramping up the motor to full speed. They provide all of the same functions as a traditional motor starter. The advantages of soft starters include: they are less expensive than a VFD when only startup control is needed, they are a smaller system than a VFD where space is a concern and they prevent unwanted torque upon startup, prolonging the life of the motor. The disadvantages include: they are more expensive than a traditional motor starter and they do not allow for full speed control.
VFDs
A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) allows for the slow ramp up of a motor during startup and the slowing down of the motor during shutdown. It also allows for full speed control during the entire run cycle of the motor. VFDs provide the same functions as both the traditional motor starters and soft starters. The advantages of VFDs include: full speed control (start, stop and in-between), more custom control and monitoring, energy savings due to efficient motor usage and less wear and tear on the motors. The disadvantages include: they are more expensive and larger than other motor control options and they generate heat that may require fans or AC units.