Fault Zone - : Air Gap
Fault Zone - : Air Gap
The Air Gap fault zone describes the measurable distance between the rotor and stator within
the motor. If this distance is not equal throughout the entire circumference air gap eccentricity
occurs. The varying magnetic flux within the air gap creates imbalances in the current flow,
which can be identified in the current spectrum.
Eccentricity analysis using the MCE Rotor Influence Check (RIC) test is most successfully
applied in troubleshooting if pre-existing data is available so that trends can be observed.
Eccentricity analysis using EMAX technology is performed through a high frequency spectrum
of the current signal. If the number of rotor bars and the speed are known, the MCEGold
software automatically places an (X) at the four peak locations which identify eccentricity.
The MCEMAX powered by MCEGold provides
a Fault Zone Report, which is a one-page
summary of the test results relevant to the
six fault zones. The Fault Zone Report may
be reached directly through the Fault Zones
icon on the toolbar.
Eccentricity Peaks