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  1. dvx

    Electric motor + flywheel

    Here is a couple of questions: If a flywheel is attached to a 3/4 HP electrical motor will this increase the output of this set (motor+flywheel)? If there is an increase than what is the maximum output that can be created in the case of a motor + flywheel using a 3/4 HP electric motor? Regards,
  2. dvx

    Convert AC motor to AC alternator

    Thank you gentlemen, Your advice is appreciated. Kind regards, Dennis
  3. dvx

    Convert AC motor to AC alternator

    Thank you all for your input, This is not my first time on this forum. Every time I had a question you guys seem to be on top of the issue. I tried to attach some photos of the motor I am talking about but i am working of the iPad and I couldn't upload the attachments. How do I make sure or...
  4. dvx

    Convert AC motor to AC alternator

    I have a brushless AC motor: 3/4 HP, 3450 RPM, 110/220v Is it possible for me to use this motor as an alternator? If we achieve 3450 RPM on this alternator what do you think we will get for output interns of voltage, (HP) watts? Thanks guys, I wait for your comments.
  5. dvx

    Electric genset

    Gentelman, I wouldn't have guessed that I would get so much feedback to my questions. I am more informed than ever and your time spent is very much appreciated.
  6. dvx

    Electric genset

    Thank you very much everybody for your input it is very helpfull and appreciated. I presumed that the motor should not be much larger than the generator. If mechanical losses in the generator are combined to 2-3% from output of the generator 5.5KW x 3 / 100 = 0.165KW. Mechanical losses in the...
  7. dvx

    Electric genset

    Thank you Bill, I was worried about the generator being a strict half or quarter size of the motor. I am not an electrician so this may be a some what preposterous question to you but your answer helps me a great deal. Thanks again, Dennis
  8. dvx

    Electric genset

    How big should an electric AC motor be to run a 5KW DC generator; idle, 50% load, 100% load for a 1000 hours without problems? Thanks in advance, your help will be appreciated. DVX

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