APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REMOVING SLIP RINGS FROM ROTATING ELECTRICAL MACHINERY

摘要

An apparatus (100) and method for removing a slip ring assembly (10) from rotating electrical machinery (5). The apparatus (100) attaches directly to the slip ring assembly (100) through bolted connection points (120) for ease of installati on and removal. A jacking mechanism (105) provides mechanical leverage to pry the slip ring assembly (10) from its heat-shrunk fit mounting location in a manner th at is reliable and safe for the service worker and the slip ring assembly (10). Th e apparatus (100) is lightweight and portable, facilitating use with electrica l generators in the field and especially with wind turbine generators located on a wind turbine tower.