Chuck Yung 
EASA Technical Support Specialist 

We have had several calls like this, due to renewed interest in using induction generators for wind generation. With induction wind generators, there are some critical factors that mean the difference between success and failure. These are application issues, and the ultimate responsibility rests squarely with the end-user. By the way, most of these issues are applicable to all induction generators, regardless of the prime mover.

The purpose of this article is to provide a simplified explanation of how induction generators work, and what problems we might expect when repairing them. We owe it to our customers to help them avoid these pitfalls. If not, a generator may come back as an unjustified warranty claim, and no one wants that. 

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