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Breakers are sized by the conductors that are connected to them. Conductors are sized by the amperage that the load draws.
The electrical code states that a 50 HP 460 volt three phase motor draws 65 amps. The ideal amperage would be taken from the motors nameplate as different motors of the same horsepower will have different amperage's depending on what they are designed to do.
The feeders for this motor have to be sized at 125% of the motors full load amperage. 65 x 125% = 81 amps. A #4 copper conductor with and insulation rating of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 85 amps.
The breaker for this motor is 150 amp or 175 amp fusing or 110 amp time delay fusing.
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Fuse size for 7.5 HP 3 Phase 440 Volt Motor?
The electrical code states that a 7.5 HP 460 volt three phase motor draws 11 amps. For fuse sizes, non time delay - 30 amps, time delay type D - 20 amps and if using a breaker it will be 30 amps. Minimum wire size is #12 and the maximum setting of overload devices will be 13.75 amps
Will a 208 volt 3 phase generator supply operate a 230 volt 3 phase motor?
Yes, but the motor's horsepower rating will not be reached.
How can I connect a single-phase - 2 hot wires plus ground- 220V load to a 3-pole 220V breaker?
Common usage of a three pole breaker is for use on a three phase distribution panel. Single phase distribution panels only use two pole breakers for a 240 volt load.Remember that the breaker must protect the conductors that connect to the load. If you want to try and use a three pole breaker in a single phase panel just because you have the breaker, this is not a good idea even if it will fit.Purchase the proper single phase two pole breaker to match the wire size and the amperage of the connected 240 volt load. Keep in mind that connected 240 volt motor loads have to be sized to 250% of the motor's full load amperage.By doing what you want to do and a fault occurs from this type of installation your insurance company might not cover the damage that it would cause.If the distribution panel is three phase then just connect the two load wires to any two of the three poles on the breaker.
How do you change a 3 phase 440 volt motor to a 3 phase 220 volt motor?
You can not change it. 440 volt is by design. However you run it with 220 single phase supply, but it would run far lower power.
How do you get a 380 volt 3 phase motor to run on a 220 volt 3 phase power source?
Use a transformer.
What size breaker for a 208 volt single phase motor that pulls 1.4 amps?
For a 208 volt single phase motor that pulls 1.4 amps, you would typically use a 2 amp breaker for proper protection. This allows for a small safety margin above the motor's operating current to prevent nuisance tripping. Be sure to consult the motor's manufacturer specifications for the most accurate breaker size.
Can you run 22 kw 600v 3 phase induction motor?
Yes this size motor can be operated by bringing a 600 volt three phase supply to it.
Fuse size for 7.5 HP 3 Phase 440 Volt Motor?
The electrical code states that a 7.5 HP 460 volt three phase motor draws 11 amps. For fuse sizes, non time delay - 30 amps, time delay type D - 20 amps and if using a breaker it will be 30 amps. Minimum wire size is #12 and the maximum setting of overload devices will be 13.75 amps
What is the appropriate size of a breaker needed for a 240-volt circuit that requires a 50 amp breaker?
For a 240-volt circuit that requires a 50 amp breaker, the appropriate size of the breaker needed is 50 amps.
Will a 208 volt 3 phase generator supply operate a 230 volt 3 phase motor?
Yes, but the motor's horsepower rating will not be reached.
What size wire and breaker for a 240 volt single phase 20 kw electric furnace rated at 83.3 amps?
AWG #3 copper.
How can I connect a single-phase - 2 hot wires plus ground- 220V load to a 3-pole 220V breaker?
Common usage of a three pole breaker is for use on a three phase distribution panel. Single phase distribution panels only use two pole breakers for a 240 volt load.Remember that the breaker must protect the conductors that connect to the load. If you want to try and use a three pole breaker in a single phase panel just because you have the breaker, this is not a good idea even if it will fit.Purchase the proper single phase two pole breaker to match the wire size and the amperage of the connected 240 volt load. Keep in mind that connected 240 volt motor loads have to be sized to 250% of the motor's full load amperage.By doing what you want to do and a fault occurs from this type of installation your insurance company might not cover the damage that it would cause.If the distribution panel is three phase then just connect the two load wires to any two of the three poles on the breaker.
How do you change a 3 phase 440 volt motor to a 3 phase 220 volt motor?
You can not change it. 440 volt is by design. However you run it with 220 single phase supply, but it would run far lower power.
Can you use a 2 pole breaker for a 120 volt single phase circuit?
No, a 2 pole breaker is designed for a 240-volt circuit or for two separate 120-volt circuits that are out of phase with each other. For a 120-volt single-phase circuit, you would typically use a single-pole breaker.
How do you get a 380 volt 3 phase motor to run on a 220 volt 3 phase power source?
Use a transformer.
On a 220 volt electric motor which is the neutral wire L1 L2 or L3?
If the motor wire numbers are L1, L2 and L3, it is not a single phase motor. It is a three phase motor. Also for future reference, a 220 volt single phase motor does not use a neutral.
What size time delay fuse do you use on a 40 hp 230 volt 3 phase motor?
The electrical code book states that a 40 HP 230 volt three phase motor draws 104 amps. For that motor the wire must be rated for 131 amps, Non time delay fuses at 300 amps, time delay fuses at 175 amps or a 250 amp circuit breaker. When calculating wire sizes and motor protection the motor's full load amperage should be taken from the motor's nameplate.
