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    RPM calculation for synchronous speed of 24 pole alternator

    What is the synchronous speed of a twenty-four pole, 60Hz alternator?
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    Quote Originally Posted by dukeofsmooth View Post
    What is the synchronous speed of a twenty-four pole, 60Hz alternator?
    NP=120f
    N=speed in RPM
    P=# of poles
    f=frequency

    N=120f/P=(120(60))/24=300 RPM
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