| Parameter | DC motors | Induction motors |
|---|---|---|
| Supply | DC | AC |
| Maintenance | Frequent | Less frequent |
| Speed | Low | High |
| Size and weight | Large | Small |
| Speed control | Rheostatic control, field control | Stator voltage control, stator frequency control. |
| Applications | Lathe machine,drilling and milling machine, printing machinary, pumps, blowers and fans. | Fans,pumps,extruders,conveyors,in paper and sugar industries, traction, chemical and textile industry. |
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