Difference between Lap winding and Wave winding

Difference between Lap winding and Wave winding


Lap winding and Wave winding: In this article we will discuss about Lap winding and Wave winding difference.


Lap Winding:

  • Lap winding may also be called as parallel or multiple winding system.
  • Lap winding consists of starting coil and end coil, In this winding the end coil is connected to the commutator and starting coil is connected to the same pole.
  • In this winding system, there is an overlap on each other sides of coils.
  • In this type of winding, it may contain single or multi windings are provided.
  • If there is a single winding system is used then the connections of parallel paths are in same with poles present init.
  • If there is a multi-winding system is used then the connections of parallel paths are double to the poles present in it.


Wave winding system:

  • The system which carries current in opposite direction is called wave winding.
  • This type of system is a series winding.
  • Wave winding is mostly used in high voltage machines.
  • If the current in coil must flow in one direction then the connection should be in series.

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