Technology / Motors / Nameplate: The plate on the outside of the motor describing the motor, HP, voltage, RPM's, efficiency, design, enclosure, etc.
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Technology / Motorcycle / Dynamometer: A machine used to measure torque and rotational speed (RPM) which can be used to calculate the mechanical power (such as Horsepower) produced by an engine. MORE
Technology / Motors / Service Factor: 1. When used on a motor nameplate, a number which indicates how much above the nameplate rating a motor can be loaded without causing serious degradation, (i.e., a 1.15 S-F can produce 15% greater tor MORE