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I'm very confused about how BLDC motors work compared to traditional brushed motors. I would appreciate a detailed explanation of what a BLDC motor is, how it functions, and how it differs from brushed motors.
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06/11/2024 10:21 am
A BLDC motor, or Brushless DC motor, is basically a DC motor that doesn’t use brushes. Instead, it relies on an electronic controller to handle the current flow. This makes it more efficient and durable compared to the regular brushed DC motors, which have brushes that wear down over time.
You’ll find BLDC motors in things like drones, electric cars, power tools, and even PC cooling fans. They’re everywhere these days because they’re compact, powerful, and pretty low-maintenance.
How it Works:
- Rotor and Stator: The rotor (which spins) has permanent magnets, while the stator (which stays still) has coils that generate a magnetic field.
- Electronic Control: Instead of brushes, it uses an electronic controller to switch current through the stator coils in a specific sequence, creating a rotating magnetic field.
- Magnetic Attraction: This magnetic field attracts and repels the rotor magnets, making the rotor spin along with it.
- Position Feedback: Many BLDC motors have sensors (like Hall effect sensors) to track the rotor position and adjust the magnetic field as needed. This keeps everything running smoothly.
Why BLDC Motors are Popular:
- Efficiency: Less energy loss as heat, so they’re perfect for battery-powered devices.
- Longer Lifespan: No brushes mean less wear and tear.
- Better Control: Since they’re electronically controlled, you can get precise speed and position
For better understanding, you can watch this video on BLDC motors
