Induction motor nameplate

Nameplate Data (continued)

• Nominal Efficiency
– Average efficiency of
many samples
• Guaranteed Efficiency
– Minimum efficiency
when operated at
rated nameplate
values
• Power Factor
• Maximum Corrective
KVAR Capacitor
 Nameplate Data (continued)

• Design Letter
• Service Factor (S.F.)
– Indicates permissible
loading at rated
nameplate voltage,
frequency, etc. (115%)
• Insulation Class
– Specifies maximum
temperature rise
above ambient
– (Table 5.8)
 Nameplate Data (continued)

• Frame Number
– Determines mounting
dimensions
• Enclosure

• Code Letter
– Table 5.9 (kVA/hp)
– Determine the
expected locked-rotor
inrush current