1.
For many years, has been standard practice connect variable-speed
motors via circular connectors.
The terminal block (with six stud terminals for terminating the six motor
coils) was considered integral part the motor.1.1: Motor with conventional terminal block
Fig. 5.2: Motor with motor connecting housing
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5.
These considerations led the development the Han-Drive® system.
At the beginning the nineties, competitive pressure forced numerous
companies cut costs many areas their activities.1 Han-Drive® Motor Connectors
5. Service departments
were affected.Special Applications 183
5 Special Applications
5.1 Background
For decades, standard 3-phase motors have been connected via terminals. The motor coils well the bridges for
the temperature detecting element and the brake are terminated directly at
the connector.
Fig.2 Han-Drive@Housing Motor Side
The idea behind the Han-Drive® system replace the terminal block with
an appropriately designed housing. 5. These companies were forced find ways maintaining
their level service quality despite personnel cutbacks