ATEX: Inertia vs Pre-engaged Starter Motors
When it comes to choosing a start system for diesel powered equipment, operators will often be faced with a choice between inertia and pre-engaged starter motors. If the equipment is to be used in a hazardous environment (such as a mine or offshore platform) the starter motor will require ATEX approval. In this situation a pre-engaged starter motor is the only choice. But, what is the difference between an inertia and pre-engaged starter motor? And, why do inertia starters struggle to achieve…
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