New SKF sensor bearings offer longer service life and reduced maintenance costs in AC induction motors
July 2015Maintenance, Test & Measurement, Calibration
SKF sensor bearings offer a new generation of SKF motor encoder unit that delivers longer service life and reduced maintenance costs in AC induction motors.
The new generation of motor encoder unit delivers accurate signals to the controller, even in the harsh electromagnetic environment of an AC induction motor. This signal enables reliable motor control by monitoring of speed and direction of the shaft. Thanks to this integrated solution, the end user enjoys a longer sensor bearing service life, greater reliability and reduced maintenance costs.
This new sensor bearing includes a Faraday cage effect that provides the physical shield from external magnetic fields, together with an embedded EMI filter to protect from power surges and electrostatic discharge.
Built as a compact design, this new generation SKF Motor Encoder Unit is easy to mount, fully interchangeable with the previous generation of models and in line with industry standards.
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