What is service factor? State its significance.

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kiran.9870 • 200

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Subject: Machine Design -I

Topic: Machine Design consideration

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bhaveshkumarn.pasi • 530

Service factor

Service factor is a multiplier which, when applied to rated power, indicates a permissible power.
It is the allowable over load factor for motors or other similar devices.
The service factor (KS ) is the product of various factors, such as load factor (K1), lubrication factor (K2) and rating factor (K3).
The values of these factors are taken as follows:

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