INSTALLATION SERVICES
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Precision installation requires some additional effort but the benefit to you is large. American MTS provides you with the assistance or training needed to ensure proper practices are followed.
Lead Testing - The initial cause of the motor failure may have been the leads shorting to each other or to ground. It's important to safely check the leads before reconnecting.
Connections - Another important installation consideration are the connections. Loose connections can lead to high current flow, heat and eventually failure of the lead or the complete winding.
Shaft Alignment - Improper shaft alignment can lead to accelerated wear on shafts, couplings and bearings. The misalignment also wastes energy as additional torque is required to overcome this condition. American MTS has been providing laser alignment services for many years and now offers equipment and training as well.
Mounting Bolts - The mounting torque is important as well. Too loose can result in soft foot. Too tight may crack the feet. Either case will cause high vibration and premature bearing failure.
Lead Testing - The initial cause of the motor failure may have been the leads shorting to each other or to ground. It's important to safely check the leads before reconnecting.
Connections - Another important installation consideration are the connections. Loose connections can lead to high current flow, heat and eventually failure of the lead or the complete winding.
Shaft Alignment - Improper shaft alignment can lead to accelerated wear on shafts, couplings and bearings. The misalignment also wastes energy as additional torque is required to overcome this condition. American MTS has been providing laser alignment services for many years and now offers equipment and training as well.
Mounting Bolts - The mounting torque is important as well. Too loose can result in soft foot. Too tight may crack the feet. Either case will cause high vibration and premature bearing failure.
