We understand that you cannot always get the correct solution for your application with an off-the-shelf item. That is why we offer these services, from small modifications to complete redesign. At Acme Armature Works, we specialize in difficult and demanding applications. Below is a list of some of the common modifications that can be done to just about any unit.
Modifications, Improvements, OEM Type Spec. Matching
- AC Motor Service Factor Re-Rating
- Add Brake
- Add Condensation Drain Holes
- Add Grease Zerk Fittings
- Add Oil Seal / Lip Seal
- Add Terminal Block
- Ball to Roller Bearing
- Bearing Temperature Detector (RTDs) Resistance Temperature Detectors
- Brake Coil Voltage Change
- Brass Drain & Breather
- Canopy / Drip Cover (convert to vertical application)
- Ceramic Bearings
- Conduit Box Position (F1, F2, F0, Special)
- Cooling Fans and Blowers
- Custom size output shaft(s)
- Custom Spindle Motors
- Double shafted motors
- Drill & Tap Shaft
- Encapsulation and Potting
- Encoder or feedback device mounting provisions
- Extended Length Leads
- Flange Kit Installation (C-Face, D-flange, B Flange, IEC Metric Flanges, Custom Flanges)
- Gear Reducer Modification
- GORE type vents
- High Speed Redesigns
- Insulated Bearing Housing
- Labyrinth & Enpro Seals
- Low or High Temperature rated Grease
- Mill Flats On Shaft
- Multi-Speed – single winding or multiple windings
- Oversized fan (inverter duty, slow speed operation)
- Re-Rate Motor for use on different Frequency from 60hz to 50hz
- Rodent Screens (protect ODP motors)
- Roller to Ball Bearing
- Saw Arbor
- Sealed Bearing Installation
- Shaft Grounding Rings, or Grounding Brushes
- Slow Speed
- SO Cord, Plugs, Switches (usually single phase applications)
- Space Heaters
- Special Bearings
- Special Paint Colors
- Special Voltages and/or Frequency’s
- Stainless Steel or plastic Nameplate (food, wash-down, or corrosive environment)
- Steps on Shaft
- Stub Shafts for Encoder, Tach, Feedback Devices
- Thermistors – Windings
- Thermocouples – Windings or Bearing
- Thermostats – Windings
- Wash-down Duty