User manual

User Manual SCA-SS-70-10
ElectroCraft
®
E-Mail: [e-mail] www.electrocraft.com May 2009
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Thermal protection
A thermal sensing device mounted to the motor to protect it from overheating. This is
accomplished by disconnecting the motor phases from the drive in an over temperature
condition.
Torque
Is a measure of angular force which produces rotational motion. This force is defined by a
linear force multiplied by a radius; e.g. lb-in or Nm. Torque is an important parameter of any
motion control system.
Two Quadrants
Refers to a motion system which can operate in two quadrants by changing the direction of
the motor speed ore in one quadrant with active accelerate and decelerate.
Watt
One horsepower equals 746 watts.