Most common squirrel-cage motors used in industry actually fall in the Design ____ classification, and for purposes of selecting a short-circuit protective device, are considered to be this design classification unless otherwise listed.

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Design B squirrel-cage motors are the most common type used in industry due to their general-purpose characteristics, including moderate starting torque and low starting current. They are typically considered Design B unless otherwise specified.

Most Common Squirrel-Cage Motors Used in Industry Actually Fall in the Design