Small Motor Articles

White papers, case studies, and examples of Power Electric's work in various industries and motor applications.

Stepper Motors – Controllable & Cost-Effective

A stepper motor is a common type of DC brushless motor that excels in applications where speed and/or position control are required along with an economical price tag.  In addition to being highly controllable, they are straightforward to implement and offer tremendous flexibility to go along with excellent torque density and limited speed capabilities. Step…
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Planetary Gear Reducer Basics

Planetary gear reducers are a specific type of in-line gearing that provide unmatched torque versus size, precision, and durability compared to other in-line gear technologies. The purpose of a planetary gear reducer is to multiply the torque of an electric motor while proportionally reducing the speed with maximum efficiency. Planetary gear reducer design consists of…
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Capacitor Start/Run Induction Motors vs. Resistive Start Induction Motors

Capacitor start / Capacitor run motors are a type of split phase (two phase) induction motor designed to operate from single phase ac power.  Unlike Resistive Start / induction motors, they do not have a start winding that is switched out of the circuit once the motor is running.  Instead, they have two windings with…
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How to Control BLDC Motors

Brushed motors are simple and effective but only offer speed control through change in voltage. Brushless motors offer a greater degree of control through a small solid-state computer. Instead of carbon brushes powering the spinning rotor, an internal 3-phase inverter and electronic control are used. How Does a BLDC Motor Work? All electric motors convert…
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Ideal Applications for Electric Motors

Due to their affordability, reliability, and flexibility, electric motors are used in countless applications, many of which we encounter daily. Electric motors power many consumer items, from your electric coffee maker to your garage door opener. Electric motors also power many specialized applications we overlook, such as security, medical, robotics, and foodservice. Nearly anything that…
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What are Gear Motors Used For?

Gear motors are used in applications that require lower shaft speed and higher torque output. This describes a wide range of applications and scenarios, including many of the machines and equipment we interact with on a daily basis. From ATV wipers to hospital beds, servo mechanisms to packaging equipment, paint mixers to juice dispensers, gear…
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What Are AC Motors Used For?

AC motors are viable power sources for a range of applications due to their flexibility, efficiency and quiet operation. General uses for AC motors include pumps, water heaters, lawn and garden equipment, ovens, and off-road motorized equipment. In fact, many of the appliances, equipment and tools you use on a daily basis are powered by…
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Cost Reductions Result of Customization

Ice is an important part of our daily lives. Not only is it a necessity in the summer, but in the cold months too. It keeps food fresh and our drinks cold. At Power Electric we understand the strict requirements ice machines must adhere to and with our customization capabilities, we are confident we will…
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Motor Mouth: Obtain Accuracy and Position Control with Stepper Motors

Operation A step motor is a motor type with a permanent magnet rotor and a stator wound with two independent windings. By alternating the direction of current flow through these windings, the motor will move in discrete “steps”. The size of the step varies with the construction of the motor. The commonly available range is…
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Introducing the Worm Right Angle Gear Motor from Power Electric

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Plymouth, Minnesota – May 17, 2017 Power Electric has developed a new right angle gear motor with worm gears in a compact size. The worm gears provide large gear reduction options and a cost-effective approach with precision and accuracy. This right angle gear motor is fully customizable to customer requirements and specifications….
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