Description
Finish and prepare wound coils for electrical components and equipment, such as transformers, motors, armatures, and generators, by attaching leads, insulating and taping, impregnating or varnishing and curing, and performing final inspections and electrical tests to meet specifications.
- • Review work orders, drawings, and specifications to plan finishing operations and materials.
- • Select and prepare insulation, sleeving, varnish or resin, and fixtures per bill of materials and specifications.
- • Trim, strip, form, and terminate coil leads; solder or crimp connectors as required.
- • Apply insulation, sleeving, tape, and lacing to coils to specified dimensions and clearances.
- • Operate finishing equipment such as taping machines, dip or impregnation tanks, vacuum systems, presses, and curing ovens.
- • Mix, apply, and cure varnish, resin, or epoxy coatings; monitor bake cycles and temperatures.
- • Load and unload coils and assemblies; remove completed components and fixtures safely.
- • Inspect coils visually and with gauges for damage, dimensions, and workmanship; perform rework using hand tools and small power tools.
- • Perform electrical tests such as resistance, insulation or hi-pot, and surge, and record results.
- • Document production, test data, materials used, and nonconformances in travelers or electronic systems.
- • Maintain tools and a clean, safe work area; store and handle chemicals in compliance with EHS and quality procedures.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
