Hammond Synchronous Motor

GPTKB entity

Statements (18)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf electric motor
gptkbp:category Musical Instrument Component
gptkbp:feature Long lifespan
Low noise
Constant speed operation
gptkbp:function Drives tonewheel generator
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Hammond Synchronous Motor
gptkbp:maintenance Requires periodic oiling
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Hammond_Organ_Company
gptkbp:operatingSystem Varies by region (e.g., 110V, 220V)
gptkbp:powerSource AC Mains
gptkbp:replacedBy Solid-state motor (in later models)
gptkbp:rotationPeriod 1200 RPM (60 Hz), 1000 RPM (50 Hz)
gptkbp:type Synchronous Motor
gptkbp:usedIn Hammond Organ
gptkbp:usedUntil 1930s
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Hammond_Organ_Company
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7