Calculating Frequency for Induction Motors with Given Horsepower and Pole Count

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The calculation of frequency for induction motors can be determined using the formula for synchronous speed (ns), which is influenced by the motor's horsepower (10 hp) and pole count (4 poles). The synchronous speed can be calculated using the formula ns = (120 × frequency) / number of poles. Given that the rated speed of an induction motor is typically within 5% of its synchronous speed, this provides a reliable method for estimating the frequency needed for the motor's operation.

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Hello

I'm doing a question in induction motor now.

formula for Induced torque is Pgap / Ws.

i have found the Pgap, but in order to find Ws, i need frequency to find ns..
so my question is, how to find frequency with only given 10hp and four pole
 
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The rated speed of an induction motor is typically within 5% of that motor's synchronous speed. http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/speed-electrical-motors-d_738.html

Broadly speaking, in engineering, an answer correct to within 10% is generally acceptable. There are always exceptions to rules of thumb, but I can't see the question under discusion being one of them. :smile:
 

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