5K40.10-DC motor

5k4010dc_motor

Video: Watch this demo

Instructor’s video

Description: This demonstration visually shows the interaction between magnets and coils when a current is sent through the coils.

Equipment:

  • Large DC power supply
  • DC motor apparatus
  • 2 Banana cables
  • (Optional) 3in1 Oil

Setup Procedure:

  1. (Optional) Oil the points of rotation.
  2. Connect the DC power supply to the DC motor.
  3. Test to make sure the motor spins correctly.

Demonstration Procedure:

  1. Turn on the power supply.
  2. Slowly turn the power supply up until the motor spins, (may take 3A @ 20VDC)
  3. When finished, turn the power supply down and then turn it off.