Figure 13-31. Inductor Alternator

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Figure 13-31. Inductor Alternator

or a separate self-contained system.

are constant with generator speed.

Some oil-cooled system advantages are that the

Several disadvantages encountered with oil cooling

generator can be sealed completely, preventing entrance

include the consideration that complex manifolding,

of foreign matter; cooling oil can be used for bearing

porting, seals, and passages increase costs; and that

lubrication; the rotor can be solid, reducing windage

auxiliary heat exchangers and pumps increase cost,

losses; and generator efficiency can be higher because

weight, and complexity.

the effective losses that occur in oil circulation

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