A 4-pole, 3-phase slip ring induction motor is used as a frequency changer. Its stator is excited from 3-phase, 50 Hz supply. A load requiring 3-phase, 20 Hz supply is connected to the star-connected rotor through three slip-rings of SRIM. At what two speeds the prime mover should drive the rotor of this SRIM?

Correct Answer: 900 rpm
Ns = 1500 rpm. Speed of the rotor field with respect to rotor structure = 120 * f2/P = 120*20/4 = 600 rpm Nr = 1500-600 = 900 rpm.