FAQ: Why motor temperature rise is higher when connecting to an AC drive?

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Why motor temperature rise is higher when connecting to an AC drive?

Since AC drive outputs PWM wave instead of sinusoidal wave, motor current will be 10% higher when connecting to an AC drive, so temperature rise will be higher.

Why motor temperature rise is higher when connecting to an AC drive? | Shihlin Electric

The Shihlin Electric Company Profile introduces a Taiwan-based manufacturer with 70+ years of engineering experience supporting low-voltage power distribution and motor control for industrial customers.

Our scope covers circuit breakers, switchgear and power distribution systems, magnetic switches and magnetic contactors—plus factory automation solutions including inverters, AC drives, servo motors and drives, HMI, controllers, PLC and system integration.

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