
Ingress Protection / IP Ratings
Random numbers or useful information? IP ratings explained.

Motor Mounting Codes
Mounting codes refer to the position of mounting plates, feet …

IEC Efficiency Classes
The standard IEC 60034-30-1:2014 defines efficiency levels and …

NEMA insulation classes for motors
Heat kills, and the old standard by of using your hand to judge …

Mechanical Protection IK Ratings
Mechanical Protection ratings are defined by an IK rating, and …

Commutator Brush Maintenance
Many common problems with commutator brushes are the result of …

Commutator wear patterns
Commutator wear patterns reveal a lot about the health of your …

Commander SK Diagnostic Status Error and Trip Codes
Understanding trip codes is an important part of keeping your …

Unidrive SP Error and Trip codes
All drives are going to trip at some point or other. Next time …

Why use a DC Motor?
DC motors have a couple of advantages, Torque and Speed Variation. …

What is a soft starter?
Motors can frequently require a large amount of energy when they …