Why no-load current in the induction motor more than in the transform...
Magnetic circuit of the induction motor has a larger reluctance than the transformer due to the air gap between stator and rotor; more MMF or more current is required to set up working flux in the induction motor.
Hence, the correct option is (A)
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Why no-load current in the induction motor more than in the transform...
Explanation:
Mutual flux has to cross the air gap between stator and rotor:
- In an induction motor, the mutual flux has to cross the air gap between the stator and rotor to induce current in the rotor windings, leading to a higher no-load current.
- This air gap presents a higher reluctance compared to the iron core path in a transformer, resulting in increased current flow to establish the necessary magnetic field.
Mutual flux completes its path through the iron core:
- In a transformer, the mutual flux completes its path through the iron core, which offers a lower reluctance path compared to the air gap in an induction motor.
- This lower reluctance path reduces the amount of current needed to establish the magnetic field, resulting in a lower no-load current compared to an induction motor.
Air gap in induction motor is less:
- Contrary to the statement, the air gap in an induction motor is actually larger compared to the iron core path in a transformer.
- This larger air gap in the induction motor contributes to the increased reluctance, requiring more current to establish the magnetic field and leading to a higher no-load current.
Therefore, the primary reason for the higher no-load current in an induction motor compared to a transformer is the need for the mutual flux to cross the air gap between the stator and rotor, which presents a higher reluctance path.