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Alternator Voltage Frequency Change

10/31/2013 2:56 AM

We are using a six pole alternator coupled directly to induction motor of 2 pole to generate voltage at 150 Hz from 50Hz supply. Motor rating 5kW, Alternator (Generator) 5 KVA.

Syn. speed of motor = 120 f / P = 120 x 50 / 2 = 3000 rpm

Freq of voltage generated = 3000 x 6 /120 = 150 Hz.

The speed of rotation of motor / alternator(generator) is 2980 rpm.

Now we require supply with 100 Hz. If I de-couple the motor - alternator and drive the above alternator with pulley at approx 2000 rpm, will I get 100 Hz supply from this alternator.?? What will be new rated voltage and current of this alternator.??

Freq. of voltage required = 2000 x 6 / 120 = 100 Hz.

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V.N.Prajapati

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Re: Alternator Voltage Frequency Change

10/31/2013 9:07 AM

The 5KVA rating was given for the nominal speed of the alternator. Ideally, it should provide 5KVA at any frequency. As to the open circuit voltage at any any frequency, you would have to refer to the manufacturers documentation or determine it experimentally.

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Re: Alternator Voltage Frequency Change

10/31/2013 12:04 PM

Easy homework problem that has been circulating around the web since 2009, last seen in Spanish 4 days before it appeared here.

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Re: Alternator Voltage Frequency Change

11/01/2013 12:06 AM

Usually this array is, seldom, used to generate High voltage to test transformers isolations at high frequency, so to avoid iron over saturation.

We use the same array , but with a variable frequency controller . No problem as it is used for a short time and low current.

Our array is a 20 Kva brush less generator, and a 4 pole motor, we use 20 Kva , is due to is the smallest we can get.

Our standard frequency is 50Hz

We use it at 50 , 100 ,and up to 120 Hz.

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Re: Alternator Voltage Frequency Change

11/01/2013 8:58 AM

You will get the 100Hz

Voltage: This is going to depend on the excitation circuit setting.

You probably want to know what should be the limit(!?) when you change the frequency. This is going to depend on the generator winding insulation and the allowed maximum current.

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