Test devices for the sense of rotation

The sense of rotation test is carried out on electric motors. The test can be carried out both on the fully assembled Motor as well as on the stator .

The examination on Motor is carried out with a wide variety of speed direction sensors. For example, retroreflective light barriers or encoders can be used.

The test on the stator is performed with static sensors to detect the sense of rotation of the magnetic field.

Key Facts:

  • Sense of rotation on the stator
    • Contactless without rotating parts
    • For asynchronous and synchronous Motors
  • sense of rotation of the wave on the Motor
    • Contactless by means of optical scanning
    • By direct measurement on the shaft
    • Through potentially existing rotary encoders, all types of encoders, resolvers, …
    • Often also in combination with a speed measurement

The sense of rotation test on the electric motor

Depending on the test requirement, various methods are available:

Remanence

The Motor shaft is rotated manually. The phase sequence is determined from the three-phase voltage generated by remanence – and thus the sense of rotation.
Typical for: MotorAnalyzer

Speed and sense of rotation sensor

The electric motor is energized and runs. The sense of rotation and speed of the Motor shaft are measured with sensors.
Typical for: EOL-Tester GLP3

Stray field measurement

The electric motor is energized and runs. The externally measurable stray field of the Motor provides information about the sense of rotation.
Typical for: EOL-Tester GLP3

Acceleration analysis

During the start-up phase, the sense of rotation is determined via the acceleration direction.
Typical for: EOL-Tester GLP3

The sense of rotation Test on the stator

Depending on the motor type, different methods are used:

Asynchronous motor

The sense of rotation is determined using a static Hall element sensor.
Typical for: MotorAnalyzer, MTC3

Synchronous motor

Here, static Hall element sensors detect the magnetic fields of the poles and from this, derive the sense of rotation.
Typical for: MotorAnalyzer, MTC3

MotorAnalyzer1

The entry-level model for your Motor service

CHECK YOUR MOTOR'S HEALTH!

For electric motor service and repair
For electric motor repair
For maintenance, servicing, and service

  • Determine sense of rotation using a measuring probe in the stator
  • Determine rotating field by manual rotation of the Motor shaft
  • Plus many other test methods …
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Mains-independent operation
  • PC software for printing and saving

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MotorAnalyzer3

The mobile ALL-IN-ONE professional model for your Motor service

CHECK YOUR MOTOR'S HEALTH!

For electric motor service and repair
For electric motor repair
For maintenance, servicing, and service

  • Determine sense of rotation using a measuring probe in the stator
  • Determine rotating field by manual rotation of the Motor shaft
  • Plus many other test methods …
  • Portable
  • Mains-independent operation
  • PC software for printing and saving
  • Communication with
    «» PC via Bluetooth

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MTC2 R7

Universal winding test devices from 6 to 50 kV

For production, EOL, automation
For test laboratory, R&D, approval, certification tests
For repair, maintenance, and service

  • Determine sense of rotation using a measuring probe in the stator
  • Determine rotating field by manual rotation of the Motor shaft

surge test

  • Ultra-fast 50 measurements per second
  • Phase comparison between phases
  • Patented peak-to-peak measurement

Partial discharge during surge test compliant with DIN EN 60034-18:2014

  • Conducted coupling
  • Passive or active antenna

ohmic resistance

  • Winding
  • Temperature sensor

insulation resistance

  • IR, PI, DAR

High voltage AC optional

Test connections

  • Standard: 4
  • Optional: 7 and more

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MTC3 R2

Universal winding tester unlimited. For safe production.

For production, EOL, automation
For test laboratory, R&D, approval, certification tests

  • Surge test – ultra-fast 50 measurements per second
  • Partial discharge during surge test compliant with DIN EN 60034-18:2014
  • ohmic resistance
  • insulation resistance
  • PI, DAR
  • High voltage AC
  • Partial discharge at high voltage
  • Determine sense of rotation using a measuring probe in the stator
  • 3, 6, 9, 12, …, 24 winding test connections
  • PL e, SIL 3, Cat. 4 safety circuit, two-hand operation 2-channel safety
  • Windows 11®
  • Network
  • Protocol & label printing
  • Industry 4.0
  • Interfaces for automation such as PROFINET, EtherCAT, TCP/IP, …
  • Interfaces to MES, ERP, CAQ systems, …

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Good to know:

The sense of rotation test

Sense of rotation test with the MotorAnalyzer
The sense of rotation test with a electric motor serves to ensure that the Motor turns in the intended direction after connecting. This is a critical step in the Commissioning and the maintenance of electrical installations and equipment.
 
Many machines (pumps, fans, compressors, conveyor belts, centrifuges) are only allowed to run in a specific direction. An incorrect sense of rotation would lead to immediate mechanical damage, overload, or system failure.
 
The MotorAnalyzer determines the sense of rotation by manually rotating the shaft of the asynchronous machine. The device evaluates the induced signals and immediately provides information about the sense of rotation. 
 
Attention: Despite successful testing, the Motor when connecting later a different sense of rotation if the phase sequence (L1, L2, L3) is reversed. A final sense of rotation test on site is therefore essential. 

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Sense of rotation test devices

 
  • Sense of rotation of the magnetic field in a stator
    • Rotating field probe in an asynchronous Motor
    • Magnetic pole probe in a synchronous Motor
  • sense of rotation of the shaft at a Motor
  • Typically combined with other test methods
  • Standardized interfaces such as RS 232, Ethernet / LAN, USB for PC communication
  • 24 V digital I/O for PLC communication
  • Expandable to Industrial Ethernet and fieldbus systems for PLC communication
  • Virtually unlimited storage space for test plans and test results
  • All parameters determined via the software

Custom test devices and systems

 
  • Single and combination test devices
  • Automatic test systems/test systems with relay matrix
    (2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21 … 100 terminals)
  • Complete test workstations
  • Production lines with transfer systems
  • EOL workstations
  • Large-scale systems

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  • Thorough initial Commissioning
  • Regular certified calibration
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  • Service by phone, via remote maintenance, or on-site
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