Golf Cart Motor : What is it?
| Golf cart motors are usually installed under the seats or the concealed under the front hood of the cart, connected to one or more batteries. These motors usually run on six- to 12-volt batteries, which can be recharged on separate chargers.
Golf cart motors consist of three main parts: a metal frame, a field coil, and an armature. The frame is cylindrical and contains the field coil and magnetic poles. It also serves as a cooling shield to prevent the motor from overheating. The field coil is simply a long wire lining the inside of the frame, coiled evenly throughout to create an electric field.
The main propulsion for the front or rear tires is provided by the armature, located inside the frame. It consists of a metal core encased in a network of wires, supported by ball bearings on either end. At one end of the armature is a series of copper bars to which these wires are connected. The field created by the field coil delivers current to the armature, causing it to spin freely and forcefully inside the frame. A connecting device called the differential transfers the spinning force to the front or rear tires, thus propelling the cart.
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Kinds of Golf Cart Motors include the following: |
Series Wound Golf Cart Motors
Series Wound Golf Cart Motors employ a series connection between the field coil and the armature. The field and the armature share a single battery current, with the direction depending on the desired rotation of the armature and wheels. The current can run in either direction, from the armature to the winding or vice versa. They allow more current to reach the armature, which gives them a much higher torque, or rotating power, than shunt would motors. They are the most commonly used golf cart motors today.
Shunt Wound Golf Cart Motors
Shunt Wound Golf Cart Motors use two field coils contained in a single frame. One coil is thick and makes fewer windings around the frame, while the other is thin and more finely wound. Most models allow different braking systems, allowing the user to choose dynamic or regenerative braking depending for more energy efficiency. They are commonly used in private course and neighborhood golf carts.
Separately Excited Field And Armature Golf Cart Motors
These golf cart motors deliver separate currents to the field and the armature. They operate with a built-in regenerative controller, which can be programmed to manipulate the electric fields created by the coils. This allows the user to better control the motor’s speed and pedal position, as well as key features such as torque and braking. They are also fully programmable, which allows manufacturers to incorporate more options and safety features into the motors. |
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Torque: Choose a golf cart motor with a high torque level. Motors with high torque perform better on steep uphill surfaces and are have more controllable speeds. A higher torque level also delivers power more efficiently from the motor to the wheels. A quality golf cart motor has about 50Nm of torque.
Amperage: Amperage is the energy output of the golf cart motor, measured in amperes. Choose a golf cart motor with the right amperage for the motor type and for your intended use. Series wound motors average about 300 amperes, while separately excited models operate at about 20.
Noise: Make sure your golf cart motor runs smoothly and silently. Look for one that is light and compact, because these are less likely to loosen or rattle during operation. If you need a large motor and want to reduce running noise, consider getting a golf cart muffler. |
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