New Line of Safety-Focussed Motor Test Panels

Following the successful launch of the new motor test panels, Rotary is offering the MTP400, 650 and 1000 to the wider industry. These test panels allow the operator to safely run three-phase, single phase and DC motors up to 1000hp/750kW while monitoring and collecting all key running data, including voltage, current, power, power factor, vibration, temperature and rotational velocity.

Variable trip levels can be set on the above parameters, which, combined with residual current monitoring, means a high degree of protection is afforded to both the operator and the equipment.

Technical features available in the test panels include automated locked rotor test on all phase orientations, up to 750A AC in 25, 50, 75, 110, 230, 350, 415, 500, 550, and 690V increments, and high-power DC motor testing through a state-of-the-art 750V/250A DC drive. An intuitive 21in interface allows remote operation, and the panels can be easily linked to a test cell’s safety system, such as e-stops or gate switches. Data can be exported to .CSV files and PDF reports with a password-protected user management system with different levels of access. The panels also offer a range of protected sockets for ease of connection.

Optional additions, such as a load bank, a motor brake supply, a VFD (for 60Hz motors), and others are also available.

Commenting on the launch, Simon Swallow, Managing Director at Rotary Engineering, said: “We are continuing to innovate to keep up with industry requirements and regularly contribute to design groups working on research in this area. This development is an excellent example of bringing together decades of experience with the latest technology.”