Rotor Shaft Replacement

AC Squirrel Cage Induction Motor

A. Initial Inspections and Tests
General inspection as required, normally including:
Receive, visual inspect and photograph machine (as applicable)
Inspect exterior of rotor for defects
Thoroughly clean and inspect all parts
Cooling fan inspection as required, normally including:
Visual examination
Inspect fan blades and welds for notches and cracks
Perform dye penetrant (DP) test on welds

B. Rotor Shaft Replacement

Rotor shaft replacement as required, normally including:
Record rotor shaft dimensional data.
Remove the rotor shaft from core.
Steam clean the rotor and all component parts with proven methods and materials to
avoid damage to the insulation systems.
Oven dry the rotor and component parts to insure optimum dryness.
Analyze shaft material and forged new bar.
Machine shaft to design dimensions.
Install rotor core on shaft.
Dynamically balance rotor to ISO Grade G 2.5.
Spray paint exterior and prepare for shipment.

C. Final Inspection and Testing

General inspection as required, normally including:
Visual examination
Rotor inspection as required, normally including:
Clean and inspect bearings and advise if replacement is necessary (if applicable).
Measure rotor total indicated run-outs (TIR).
Thoroughly inspect the rotor for condition of rotor bars, end rings core iron, etc.

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