Motor Slip Calculator — Calculate Slip Percentage for Induction Motors

Motor Slip Calculator

Calculate the slip percentage for induction motors with our comprehensive calculator. Determine motor efficiency, performance issues, and optimal operating conditions.

Step 1: Motor Specifications

1750 RPM

Understanding Motor Slip

Slip is the difference between synchronous speed and actual rotor speed in induction motors. Normal slip is typically 2-5% for standard motors. Higher slip may indicate motor issues or overload.

Step 2: Calculations & Results

About Synchronous Speed

Synchronous speed is calculated as: (120 × Frequency) ÷ Number of Poles. This is the theoretical speed of the rotating magnetic field in the stator. Actual rotor speed is always slightly less due to slip.

Motor Slip Calculation Results

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Calculated Motor Slip Percentage

2.78%
For 4-pole motor at 60 Hz with 1750 RPM actual speed
Good
0-3% slip
Warning
3-8% slip
Critical
>8% slip
Synchronous Speed
1800 RPM
Actual Speed
1750 RPM
Slip Speed
50 RPM
Motor Efficiency
94.5%

Motor Type Comparison

Motor Type Typical Slip Efficiency Applications

Slip Calculation Formula

Slip (%) = ((Synchronous Speed – Actual Speed) / Synchronous Speed) × 100

To calculate motor slip: First calculate synchronous speed (120 × Frequency ÷ Poles), subtract actual rotor speed, divide by synchronous speed, then multiply by 100 to get percentage.

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