AC Motors
Anaheim Automation offers a large selection of AC Motors that are priced with OEM applications in mind. Choose from AC Induction Motors or AC Synchronous Motors. Both types are available with integrated gearboxes that we call our AC Gearmotors. From under 1 watt to over 1500 watts (up to 2 horse power), we're sure to have a motor for your project requirements.

AC Induction Motors - The AC Induction Motors are available in 8 different series ranging from motor body sizes of 2.6" (60 mm) to 3.93" (100 mm) and power outputs up to 1400 watts. The AC Induction Motor uses a supplied external capacitor to startup the motor, and runs at a speed that is determined by the load.

AC Synchronous Motors - The AC Synchronous Motor runs at a fixed speed of 72 RPM motor with a power input frequency of 60 Hz. The motor will run at this speed regardless of the load applied up to it's maximum torque rating. The AC Synchronous Motors are available in 6 different frame sizes ranging from motor body sizes of 60 mm to 50 mm and power outputs up to 240 watts. The AC Synchronous Motor uses a supplied external resistor and capacitor to startup the motor, and runs at a constant speed regardless of the load.
AC Gearmotors
Anaheim Automation offers a large selection of AC Gearmotors which are priced with OEM applications in mind. Choose from an AC Induction Gearmotor or an AC Synchronous Gearmotor. These AC Motors come in a variety of power ranges from 5 watts to 150 watts.

AC Induction Gearmotors - The AC Induction Motors are available in 16 different series ranging from motor body sizes of 60 mm to 104 mm and power outputs up to 150 watts. The AC Induction Motor uses an external capacitor to startup the motor, and runs at a speed determined by the load.

AC Synchronous Gearmotors - The AC Synchronous Motor runs at fixed speeds with a fixed input frequency. The motor will run at this speed regardless of the load applied up to its maximum torque rating. AC Synchronous Motors are available in 2 different frame sizes of 42mm and 50mm with power outputs up to 7 watts. The AC Synchronous Motor uses an external resistor and capacitor to startup the motor.
AC Drivers/Controllers
Anaheim Automation offers a large selection of AC Speed Controllers that are priced with OEM applications in mind. These AC Motor speed controllers come in wide variety of power ranges from 25 watt to 200 watts.

ACSD050 - The ACSD050 offer a simple control for Universal, shaded pole, and split-phase motors. ACSD050 series has a compact package that can easily fit into existing systems. The ACSD050 matches with well with universal type motors. The ACSD050 features quick disconnects for easy removal and maintenance.

ACP-US - The ACP-US series is a driver and motor combo that provides closed loop speed operation. It also provides a large LED display for monitoring motor RPM. ON/OFF switch easily provides the user to stop and run the motor when needed.
  • Induction Motor Basics
  • Induction Motor Types
  • Induction Motor Cost
  • Induction Motor Feedback
  • Induction Motor History
  • Induction Motor Accessories
  • Induction Motor Customization

The standard definition for an Induction Motor is an electric motor that uses and is driven by alternating current. The Induction Motor is used in the conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is made from utilizing the force that is exerted by the rotating magnetic fields produced by the alternating current that flows through coils. The Induction Motor is made up of two components. These Induction Motor components are the stationary stator that is on the outside and has coils supplied with AC current, and the inside rotor that is attached to the output shaft.

The Induction Motor comes in two different types known as Induction and Synchronous. These Induction Motor types are determined by which rotor is used in the construction.

Induction Motor
Induction Motor products can be referred to as synchronous motors or rotating transformers. This type of Induction Motor uses electromagnetic induction to power the rotating device which is usually the shaft. The rotor in Induction Motor products typically turns slower than the frequency that is supplied to it. Induced current is what causes the magnetic field that envelops the rotor of these motors. This Induction Motor can come in one or three phases.

Synchronous AC Motor
The Synchronous Motor is typically an Induction Motor that has its rotor spinning at the same rate as the alternating current that is being supplied to it. The rotor can also turn at a sub multiple of the current it is supplied. Slip rings or a permanent magnet supplied with current is what generates the magnetic field around the rotor.

The Induction Motor is a reasonable cost effective solution to your application needs. The construction materials along with how the motor is designed make Induction Motor products an affordable solution. The Induction Motor operates with a rotating magnetic field and does not use brushes. This enables the cost of the motor to be lower and eliminates a piece of your motor that wears over time. Induction Motor products do not require a driver to operate. This saves initial setup costs. Today's manufacturing processes makes producing Induction Motor products easier and quicker than ever. The stator is made out of thin laminations that can be pressed or punched out of a machine. Many other parts can be quickly made and perfected saving both time and money.

Induction Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an Induction Motor resolver or an Induction Motor encoder. Both the Induction Motor resolver and the Induction Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the Induction Motor resolver and Induction Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different.

Induction Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The Induction Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments.

The Induction Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder.

The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. Induction Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.



Induction Motor Types

Induction Motor VS DC Brushless Motor

Understanding The Induction Motor

Induction Motor Information

Induction Motors have been in the industry for over 20 years now. The idea behind the Induction Motor came from Nikola Telsa in the 1880's. Nikola Telsa stated that motors do not need brushes for the rotor to commutate. He said they could be induced by a rotating magnetic field. Nikola Telsa identified the use of alternating current which induced rotating magnetic fields. Telsa filed the U.S. patent number 416,194 for his work on the Induction Motor. This type of motor is what we call a 3 Phase Induction motor today.

The Induction Motor has made a name for itself by having a simple design, being easy to use, having a simple rugged construction and being cost effective for many different applications. Advances in technology have allowed manufacturers to build up Telsa's idea and have allowed a great versatility in the speed control of the 3 Phase Induction Motor. From a simple phase control to more robust closed loop systems that use vector oriented field controls; the Induction Motor has advanced over the last one hundred and twenty years.

There is a vast selection of accessories for the Induction Motor. The accessories available include a brake, clutch, fan, connector, and cables.

The Induction Motor brakes are a 24vdc system. These brakes are ideal for any holding applications you may use with an Induction Motor. The Induction Motor brakes have a low voltage design for applications that are susceptible to weak battery, brown out, or long wiring.

The Induction Motor Clutch is used to control the torque that is applied to the load. The Induction Motor clutch can also be used to ramp up the speed of a high inertia load. Clutches are ideal to use with an Induction Motor when you want precise control over torque or to slowly apply the power. Induction Motor clutches also help prevent large current spikes.

Induction Motor Fans are used to cool down the motors. They are not really seen in small motors because they are not needed but more common with larger 3 Phase induction motors due to heat generation. There are two types of fans that are used for an Induction Motor. The types are internal and external fans. Induction Motor fans are ideal to use when overheating is a concern. Induction Motor cables can be custom made with the supplied Induction Motor connector to fit your specifications. The cables may also be purchased from Anaheim Automation.

Anaheim Automation offers a wide selection of options to customize your Induction Motor. The options available to customize include but are not limited to: shaft, brake, mounting dimensions, speed, and torque. Please feel free to give Anaheim Automation a call for any custom applications in which Induction Motor products are required.