How can static electricity in rotating equipment such as compressors and motors be eliminated?
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How is the static electricity generated during the operation of the compressor (on the rotor), as well as the static electricity on the motor shaft, eliminated? Please give me some advice!
I’m familiar with grounding the casing and pipelines; what I want to know is how to eliminate static electricity on the rotor
The static electricity on the rotor is discharged as soon as the unit stops operating, so it’s no longer present. Hehe, I guess you’re wondering why static electricity is generated on the rotor. There is residual magnetism, and when the rotor rotates, electricity is generated.
Some models are equipped with grounding brushes; if signs of electrostatic corrosion on the bearing shells are detected, it may be advisable to add grounding brushes to the rotor