How does the working principle of a 3-phase induction motor differ from that of a single-phase induction motor?

The key difference between these two types of motors lies in the power supply they require. A single-phase induction motor operates on a single alternating current (AC) voltage source, while a 3-phase induction motor requires three separate AC voltage sources with a phase difference of 120 degrees between them. This difference in power supply affects the motor's starting torque, efficiency, and overall performance. 3-phase motors typically provide smoother and more reliable operation, making them suitable for industrial applications, whereas single-phase motors are often used in smaller appliances and machines.

Between the induction motor and the DC motor, which one is more suitable for variable-speed applications and why?

DC motors are generally more suitable for variable-speed applications because their speed can be easily controlled by adjusting the voltage supplied to them. This feature allows precise speed regulation, making DC motors ideal for applications like robotics and conveyor systems. On the other hand, induction motors, especially single-phase ones, are typically less suited for variable-speed control, as their speed is primarily determined by the frequency of the AC power supply.

How do gear heads contribute to the performance of motors?

Gear heads, also known as gearboxes, are often used in conjunction with motors to achieve specific speed and torque requirements. They allow motors to transmit power more efficiently by matching the motor's speed and torque characteristics to the needs of the application. Gear heads can increase output torque, reduce speed, and enhance precision in various automation processes.

Are there motors with adjustable speed or direction?

There are motors designed with adjustable speed and direction control. These motors often incorporate electronic speed controllers (ESCs) or variable frequency drives (VFDs) that allow for precise adjustment of motor speed and the ability to reverse direction. Such motors are commonly used in applications where flexibility and control are essential, such as in conveyor systems, robotics, and industrial machinery.

What are the typical applications of AC motors?

AC motors find widespread use in various applications, including fans, pumps, compressors, conveyor systems, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) units, and industrial machinery. Their versatility, reliability, and ability to operate on AC power grids make them essential in many automation and industrial processes.

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ORIENTAL MOTOR Small AC Motors（Motor Type：Speed Control）

ORIENTAL MOTOR offers products Small AC Motors specified by Motor Type Speed Control from Automation Components product category. There are a total of 9 items. Search and select detailed specifications of parts for your machine with free CAD downloads. ORIENTAL MOTOR products are available to order through MISUMI online 24 hours a day. Free shipping, no minimum order.

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Speed Control Motor, Induction Type, K Series

ORIENTAL MOTOR

- Speed Control Motor, Induction Type, K Series from ORIENTAL MOTOR.
- A lineup that includes single-phase 100 VAC, single-phase 200 VAC, specifications as well as output power of 6 to 60 W is provided.
- The dimension of square flange can be selected from 60 to 90 mm.
- Inside an enclosure that is installed indoors (provide vent holes).
- Operating ambient temperature −10 to +40 °C (+14 to +104 °F) (non-freezing).
- Operating ambient humidity 85%, maximum (non-condensing).

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only	Speed Control	6 ～ 60	60 ～ 90	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	100 ～ 200

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Motor for AC Speed Control Unit

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- Motor for AC Speed Control Unit from ORIENTAL MOTOR.
- A lineup that includes single-phase 100 VAC, 110 VAC, 115 VAC, 200 VAC, 220 VAC and 230 VAC, specifications as well as output power of 6 to 90 W is provided.
- The dimension of square flange can be selected from 60 to 90 mm.
- Wide Variety of Products Gearheads are available with 26 different gear ratios from 1:2 to 1:360.

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only / Set	Speed Control	6 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	Single-Phase	2 ～ 360	Not Provided / Parallel Shaft / Perpendicular Shaft	Not Provided / Electromagnetic Brakes	Standard	100 ～ 230

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Unit Type Speed Control Motor, US Series, Single Motor

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- Unit Type Speed Control Motor, US Series, Single Motor from ORIENTAL MOTOR.
- The US Series is a panel mounted control unit and speed control motor package.
- Wiring is performed through an easy connection method utilizing connectors.
- This series is optimal for easy speed control applications. The speed can be set easily with the potentiometer on the front panel of the control unit.
- The instantaneous stop function is not available.

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only	Speed Control	6 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	100 ～ 200

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Unit-Type Speed Control Motor US Series of Overheat Protection Type

ORIENTAL MOTOR

Unit product consisting of board surface mounting type control unit and speed control motor. Single-touch connection just by connecting a connector. Optimal for applications where simple speed control is desired. (No instant stop function.)

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Set	Speed Control	6 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	110 ～ 230

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Speed Control Motor, Reversible Type, K Series

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- Speed Control Motor, Reversible Type, K Series from ORIENTAL MOTOR.
- A lineup that includes single-phase 100 VAC, single-phase 200 VAC, specifications as well as output power of 6 to 40 W is provided.
- The dimension of square flange can be selected from 60 to 90 mm.
- Inside an enclosure that is installed indoors (provide vent holes).
- Operating ambient temperature −10 to +50 °C (+14 to +122 °F) (non-freezing).
- Operating ambient humidity 85%, maximum (non-condensing).

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only	Speed Control	6 ～ 40	60 ～ 90	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	100 ～ 200

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Speed Control MotorInduction TypeSingle Unit Motor

ORIENTAL MOTOR

- Speed Control Motor, Induction Type, Single Unit Motor, MSS series from ORIENTAL MOTOR.
- This product is a compact no-contact speed control motor, with 3W and 42 mm mounting angle.
- The shape end of shaft has 2 types available, round shaft type for MSM003-003 and Pinion shaft type for MSM003-403.
- Motor lead wire includes 5 stranded wires with 300 mm length (UL style 3266, AWG24).
- The weight of the motor is 0.35 kg.

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only	Speed Control	3	42	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	100

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Pack-In Type Speed Control Motor Unit, PSH Series

ORIENTAL MOTOR

Control pack built into the back of the motor

[Features]
· Control pack and speed setting volume are built into the back of the motor.
· Wire connection not required. Operation is also simple.
· Variable speed range is 50Hz: 90 to 1400r/min and 60Hz90 to 1500r/min.
· Terminal box type. Appropriate for controlling forward rotation and reverse rotation with an external relay or the like.
· Plug cord type.
· Can be switched between forward rotation and reverse rotation with just a CW/CCW switch in the switch box.
· Simple connection just by connecting AC power cord with plug (2 m) to a commercial power supply

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Motor Only / Set	Speed Control	25 ～ 40	80 ～ 90	Single-Phase	-	-	Not Provided	Standard	100

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AC Speed Control Motor, US2 Series

ORIENTAL MOTOR

[Features]
・ Highly reliable closed-loop control speed control motor unit
・ Intuitive operation just by turning the dial to set the desired value and pressing the dial
・ Built-in capacitor, simple connection
・ Equipped with digital display

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Controller Only	Speed Control	6 ～ 90	-	Single-Phase	-	Not Provided	Not Provided	Standard	100 ～ 230

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AC Speed Control Motor, DSC Series

ORIENTAL MOTOR

Easy speed control motor with full functionality.
A speed control motor with excellent cost performance that is reasonably priced and sized.
[Features]
・ Speed control with closed loop control
・ Space saving and reduction of installation effort
・ Full functionality in a small body
・ High reliability
・ Vertical drive is possible with an electromagnetic brake
・ Uses a gear head with excellent torque and strength
・ Motor and gearhead assembled
・ Achieves space saving and cost reduction

Type	Motor Type	Rated Output(W)	Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	Power Supply	Reduction Ratio	Gear Head Type	Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Environment	Voltage(V)
Controller Only	Speed Control	6 ～ 90	-	Single-Phase	-	Not Provided	Not Provided / Electromagnetic Brakes	Standard	-

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Product Series	Speed Control Motor, Induction Type, K Series	Motor for AC Speed Control Unit	Unit Type Speed Control Motor, US Series, Single Motor	Unit-Type Speed Control Motor US Series of Overheat Protection Type	Speed Control Motor, Reversible Type, K Series	Speed Control MotorInduction TypeSingle Unit Motor	Pack-In Type Speed Control Motor Unit, PSH Series	AC Speed Control Motor, US2 Series	AC Speed Control Motor, DSC Series
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Type	Motor Only	Motor Only / Set	Motor Only	Set	Motor Only	Motor Only	Motor Only / Set	Controller Only	Controller Only
Motor Type	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control	Speed Control
Rated Output(W)	6 ～ 60	6 ～ 90	6 ～ 90	6 ～ 90	6 ～ 40	3	25 ～ 40	6 ～ 90	6 ～ 90
Square Flange Dim. A(mm)	60 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	60 ～ 90	42	80 ～ 90	-	-
Power Supply	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase	Single-Phase
Reduction Ratio	-	2 ～ 360	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Gear Head Type	-	Not Provided / Parallel Shaft / Perpendicular Shaft	-	-	-	-	-	Not Provided	Not Provided
Electromagnetic Brakes, Clutches	Not Provided	Not Provided / Electromagnetic Brakes	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided / Electromagnetic Brakes
Environment	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voltage(V)	100 ～ 200	100 ～ 230	100 ～ 200	110 ～ 230	100 ～ 200	100	100	100 ～ 230	-

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FAQ AC Motors

Question: How does the working principle of a 3-phase induction motor differ from that of a single-phase induction motor?: Answer: The key difference between these two types of motors lies in the power supply they require. A single-phase induction motor operates on a single alternating current (AC) voltage source, while a 3-phase induction motor requires three separate AC voltage sources with a phase difference of 120 degrees between them. This difference in power supply affects the motor's starting torque, efficiency, and overall performance. 3-phase motors typically provide smoother and more reliable operation, making them suitable for industrial applications, whereas single-phase motors are often used in smaller appliances and machines.
Question: Between the induction motor and the DC motor, which one is more suitable for variable-speed applications and why?: Answer: DC motors are generally more suitable for variable-speed applications because their speed can be easily controlled by adjusting the voltage supplied to them. This feature allows precise speed regulation, making DC motors ideal for applications like robotics and conveyor systems. On the other hand, induction motors, especially single-phase ones, are typically less suited for variable-speed control, as their speed is primarily determined by the frequency of the AC power supply.
Question: How do gear heads contribute to the performance of motors?: Answer: Gear heads, also known as gearboxes, are often used in conjunction with motors to achieve specific speed and torque requirements. They allow motors to transmit power more efficiently by matching the motor's speed and torque characteristics to the needs of the application. Gear heads can increase output torque, reduce speed, and enhance precision in various automation processes.
Question: Are there motors with adjustable speed or direction?: Answer: There are motors designed with adjustable speed and direction control. These motors often incorporate electronic speed controllers (ESCs) or variable frequency drives (VFDs) that allow for precise adjustment of motor speed and the ability to reverse direction. Such motors are commonly used in applications where flexibility and control are essential, such as in conveyor systems, robotics, and industrial machinery.
Question: What are the typical applications of AC motors?: Answer: AC motors find widespread use in various applications, including fans, pumps, compressors, conveyor systems, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) units, and industrial machinery. Their versatility, reliability, and ability to operate on AC power grids make them essential in many automation and industrial processes.