{"id":2610,"date":"2025-06-07T23:48:16","date_gmt":"2025-06-07T15:48:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/?p=2610"},"modified":"2025-06-07T23:48:18","modified_gmt":"2025-06-07T15:48:18","slug":"permanent-magnet-motor-demagnetization-detection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/permanent-magnet-motor-demagnetization-detection\/","title":{"rendered":"C\u00f3mo determinar si un motor de im\u00e1n permanente de su compresor de aire ha perdido magnetismo"},"content":{"rendered":"

Permanent magnet variable frequency screw air compressors<\/strong> are widely recognized for their high efficiency, energy savings, and stable pressure output. However, not all permanent magnet motors are created equal. Poor quality components or improper configuration can lead to demagnetization<\/strong>, which often results in costly motor replacements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So how can you determine if your motor de imanes permanentes<\/strong> is demagnetized? Let\u2019s explore the signs, causes, and effective prevention strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Signs of Demagnetization in Permanent Magnet Motors<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf Abnormal Current During Operation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If the compressor starts up normally but the operating current increases significantly over time\u2014eventually triggering a frequency inverter overload alarm<\/strong>\u2014this could indicate demagnetization. First, verify that the frequency inverter<\/strong> is correctly selected and its parameters haven\u2019t been tampered with. If everything appears normal, check the back electromotive force (back EMF)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Disconnect the airend from the motor<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Run the motor in no-load mode up to rated frequency<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Measure the output voltage (this is the back EMF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • If the measured back EMF is more than 50V below<\/strong> the rated value on the motor\u2019s nameplate, demagnetization is likely<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    \u25cf Continuous Overcurrent Alarms<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    A demagnetized motor usually runs with current well above the rated level. If overcurrent only occurs at very low or very high speeds, or only occasionally, demagnetization may not be the cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u25cf Misdiagnosed Selection Issues<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Demagnetization takes time\u2014sometimes months or even over a year. If overcurrent occurs shortly after installation, it\u2019s more likely due to incorrect motor sizing<\/strong> rather than actual demagnetization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. What Causes Demagnetization in Permanent Magnet Motors?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    • Overheating due to fan failure<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Lack of thermal protection systems<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • High ambient temperatures<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Poor motor design<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      3. How to Prevent Motor Demagnetization<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      \u2705 Select the Right Motor Power<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Demagnetization is strongly linked to excessive operating temperatures, often caused by motor overload<\/strong>. Choosing a motor with the appropriate power rating is key. It\u2019s recommended to size the motor with about 20% extra capacity<\/strong> based on actual load requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      \u2705 Avoid Heavy and Frequent Starts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      For squirrel-cage asynchronous start permanent magnet motors, avoid heavy-load direct starts<\/strong> y frequent startups<\/strong>. During asynchronous startup, fluctuating torque can cause magnetic stress, accelerating demagnetization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u2705 Improve Motor Design<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Increase Permanent Magnet Thickness<\/strong>: A thicker magnet can resist demagnetization forces caused by armature reactions and radial magnetic flux.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Add Rotor Ventilation Channels<\/strong>: Designing internal cooling ducts into the rotor helps lower magnet temperature, reduce rotor temperature rise, and improve efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        4. Conclusion: Early Detection Saves Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

        Detecting and preventing demagnetization<\/strong> en motores de imanes permanentes<\/strong> is crucial to the reliability and long-term operation of your air compressor system. Regular current checks, proper motor selection, and design improvements can significantly reduce the risk of motor failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Los compresores de aire de tornillo de frecuencia variable con imanes permanentes son ampliamente reconocidos por su alta eficiencia, ahorro de energ\u00eda y salida de presi\u00f3n estable. Sin embargo, no todos los motores de imanes permanentes son iguales. Los componentes de mala calidad o una configuraci\u00f3n inadecuada pueden provocar la desmagnetizaci\u00f3n, que a menudo se traduce en costosas sustituciones del motor. Entonces, \u00bfc\u00f3mo puede determinar si su motor de imanes permanentes [...]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2605,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[53,168,104,167,96],"class_list":{"0":"post-2610","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-blog","8":"tag-baldor-air-compressors","9":"tag-compressor-maintenance","10":"tag-energy-saving-2","11":"tag-permanent-magnet-motor","12":"tag-screw-air-compressor"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2610","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2610"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2610\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2928,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2610\/revisions\/2928"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2605"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2610"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2610"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/baldor-air.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2610"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}