DC Drive rating to run DC Shunt Generator

Thread starter Ramachandra Rao KN
Start date Oct 17, 2016
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To run a 2.5 KW DC shunt generator, a DC motor with an appropriate horsepower rating must be determined, factoring in motor efficiency and losses. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the conversion between horsepower and kilowatts. Additionally, the discussion raises questions about the power source for the motor and the load that the generator will be supplying. These considerations are crucial for accurately sizing the motor to ensure optimal performance. Overall, the efficiency and application context are key to determining the necessary motor specifications.

Oct 17, 2016

Ramachandra Rao KN

What HP of DC Motor is required to run a 2.5 KW DC Shunt Generator?

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Oct 17, 2016

Bystander

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You're familiar with conversion of horsepower to kilowatts?

Oct 17, 2016

Ramachandra Rao KN

Yes

Oct 20, 2016

n.karthick

You may need to consider the losses in the motor (its efficiency) while calculating the required motor rating for your generator.

Oct 20, 2016

Averagesupernova

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I am curious to know where this is going. What powers the motor and what is the generator powering?

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