Motor Rewinding
An armature winding process will allow you to gain function of an older motor. While this might not be the most efficient solution, sometimes you may find this restores most of the motor’s efficiency. When you rewind the motor, the motor may last a few more years. However, it may not have as much efficiency or be more prone to malfunction. How do electric motors work after rewinding? And can this fix a burnt out motor?
Before you rewind a motor, the magnetic core needs to be in functioning order. In some cases, rewinding the motor may cost more or not work at all. An old motor that is more than ten years old or has been rewound before you might want to purchase a replacement from MELV Resources instead of chancing a rewind.
If a motor has any damage or was improperly serviced before, rewinding may exacerbate the problem. In some cases, the stator core has broken down. Have one of our professionals inspect your motor to see if it is a candidate for rewinding. Additionally, extreme moisture or overheating, the core can be damaged.
Consider overall operating costs when choosing to rewind your motor. Some smaller less efficient motors with little use may not have high operating costs. Rewinding a small motor may make the most fiscal sense. Because they are rarely used, the potential minimized efficiency after repair may not affect your bottom line.
On the other hand, if you have a motor with a lot of horsepower working thousands of hours each year, you might need to decide if running a less efficient refurbished motor makes costs you money. Buying a new efficient motor may save you thousands in the long run. If you aren’t sure, speak with our MELV Resources experts about your budget concerns. We pride ourselves on reliability and will help you decide which direction works best for you.