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If a particular application needs high speed and high starting torque, then which of the following motor will be preferred ?

Correct answer: A. Universal motor

  • A. Universal motor
  • B. Shaded pole type motor
  • C. Capacitor start motor
  • D. Capacitor start and run motor

Explanation

A universal motor operates on either AC or DC and provides both very high starting torque and high speed. Shaded-pole motors have low starting torque, while capacitor motors generally run at lower speeds.

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