Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #281 (Set 10)

Which of the listed faults can only be eliminated by turning or grinding the face of a commutator with a rigidly supported tool?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Eccentricity

Commutator eccentricity represents an out-of-round condition of the rotating copper assembly. Hand stones float on high and low spots, meaning only a rigidly supported cutting tool on a lathe or precision grinder can eliminate the physical runout.

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