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Air Cooled Electric Motors

Simply put, an Air Cooled Electric Motors is a servo motor that uses air as its cooling medium. Its primary function is to dissipate heat through airflow while the motor is running, ensuring that the motor operates stably at high performance.

Design Standards:

Design standards for air-cooled servo motors primarily cover several areas, including basic general standards, cooling method standards, specialized standards, and energy efficiency standards. Together, these standards define key design requirements for motor performance, safety, and cooling methods.

 

Specific Industry Applications

 Plastics and Rubber Machinery
 Machine Tools and Metalworking
 Packaging Machinery, Printing Machinery, Textile Machinery, Paper-Making Machinery, Woodworking Machinery
 Industrial robots, automated production lines, material-handling equipment, AGV logistics carts
Air Cooled Electric Motors can be classified by cooling method into naturally cooled, self-ventilated, and forced-air-cooled types.
 
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Natural cooling(IC01) Natural heat dissipation from the motor surface alone, without the use of a fan It has the simplest design and is noise-free, but it has the lowest heat dissipation efficiency; it is suitable for low-power or intermittent operation scenarios.
Self-cooling(IC411) The motor's rotation drives the coaxial fan, which blows air over the heat sink fins. Cooling performance is related to rotational speed; heat dissipation decreases at low rotational speeds.
DForced Air Cooling(IC416) Cooling is provided by a fan with an independent drive, so it is not affected by the motor speed. High and stable cooling efficiency, suitable for high-power or continuous-operation scenarios


 

Air Cooled Electric Motors Features

  Simple design: No water-cooling piping or coolant required, making design and integration straightforward

 

Lower cost: Both manufacturing and procurement costs are lower than those of water-cooled motors with the same specifications

 

Easy maintenance: No risk of fluid leaks; routine maintenance mainly involves cleaning the heat sinks and inspecting the fans

 

High cost-effectiveness: In the mid-power range, it is an economical and practical cooling solution

 

Summary in a Nutshell


Air-cooled servo motors feature a simple design, low cost, and easy maintenance, but their heat dissipation efficiency is limited and they have certain environmental requirements. They are suitable for general-purpose industrial applications involving medium power levels and relatively controlled environments.

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Benefits of Air Cooled Electric Motors

Air Cooled Electric Motors feature several key characteristics and components that enable them to operate safely and efficiently in radiation-exposed areas. Let’s explore a few of these key aspects below.
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Constant Heat Dissipation

With an independent fan drive, the cooling airflow is not affected by the motor speed, ensuring efficient heat dissipation even at low speeds

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Lower Temperature Rise

Forced air cooling significantly improves heat dissipation efficiency, ensuring stable operation even in high-temperature environments.

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Higher Output

Thanks to its special structural design and material selection, it effectively withstands the thermal expansion and contraction stresses caused by alternating hot and cold temperatures, resulting in a low failure rate during long-term operation and a longer service life.

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Safe and Maintenance-Free

No risk of liquid coolant leaks; compact and robust design; virtually maintenance-free; suitable for hazardous areas

Air Cooled Electric Motors Technical Data

Motor Type Motor Base Motor Power Scope of Customization
Air-cooled Explosion-proof Integrated Servo Drive and Motors 90mm 0.75KW Voltage, Torque, RPM......
Air-Cooled Explosion-Proof Servo Motor 180mm 4.5KW Voltage, Torque, RPM......
Air-Cooled Explosion-Proof Servo Motor 260mm 60KW Voltage, Torque, RPM......
Air-Cooled Explosion-Proof Servo Motor Customized Customized Voltage, Torque, RPM......

Wheastone Air Cooled Electric Motors Mode of Connection

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Wheatstone Air Cooled Electric Motors

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About Wheatstone:Your Expert Of Air Cooled Electric Motors

Jiangsu Wheatstone Electrical Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Jiangsu Province, close to Shanghai and Wuxi. The company operates two factories, situated in Changzhou and Wuxi respectively.

The company specialises in the manufacture of Air Cooled Electric Motors, radiation-resistant motors, submersible motors, explosion-proof servo motors, vacuum-grade motors, AC/DC servo motors, chromatography columns and online chromatographs.

If you have any requirements for customised Air Cooled Electric Motors, explosion-proof motors or laboratory instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us……

Why Choose Air Cooled Electric Motors From Wheatstone?

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Our products and services are designed to be reliable, which is why our customers trust us to provide them with solutions that work.
  

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Wheatstone is always at the forefront of new technology and innovation, providing our partners with cutting-edge solutions that keep them ahead of the competition.

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Customization

 
We understand that every customer's needs are different, which is why we offer customized solutions that meet their specific requirements.
    

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Experience

 
Wheatstone has been in the motor industry for many years, and our experience has helped us to develop a deep understanding of the challenges that our customers face.

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We have a strong global presence, with partners in over 70 countries, which enables us to provide our customers with support wherever they need it.
   

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Commitment to Service

 
Our commitment to providing exceptional service is at the heart of everything we do, and our partners appreciate the support we provide throughout the entire customer journey.

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Cost-effectiveness

 
Wheatstone offers cost-effective solutions that provide our customers with the best value for their investment, ensuring that they receive a high return on their investment.

Air Cooled Electric Motors FAQ

  • Q How do I choose between air cooling and liquid cooling (water cooling)?

    A
    Air cooling: Simple design, lower cost, and easy maintenance, but with limited heat dissipation capacity; fans may also generate noise.
    Liquid cooling: Extremely high heat dissipation efficiency, enabling higher power and torque for the same volume, but the system is complex, costly, and carries a risk of fluid leaks.
    Recommendation: Prioritize air cooling; if air cooling cannot meet heat dissipation requirements (such as extremely high power density requirements), then consider liquid cooling.

  • Q Why is air cooling necessary?

    A During operation, servo motors generate heat due to copper losses, iron losses, and mechanical friction. If heat builds up, it can lead to problems such as insulation aging and demagnetization of the permanent magnets. Forced air cooling effectively controls temperature rise and ensures stable motor operation.

  • Q What is an air-cooled servo motor?

    A
    Air-cooled servo motors are servo motors that rely on airflow to dissipate heat from inside the motor. They are typically classified into two types:
    Natural cooling (convection cooling): Heat is dissipated naturally through the heat sinks on the motor housing; this is suitable for applications with lower power requirements or intermittent operation.
    Forced air cooling (fan cooling): The motor is equipped with a separate fan at the rear or side, which significantly improves heat dissipation efficiency through forced convection.

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