A 460VAC rated, 60 Hz, 125-Hp Three-phase induction type motor is to be connected for across-the-line starting. The nameplate indicates the motor’s maximum ampere rating, 160A. It has a NEMA code letter B. The ambient temp of the installation place is and TW copper will be used. Short-circuit protection device that will be used is Inverse Time Breaker. Calculate the Thermal Overload Protection.

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  1. A 460VAC rated, 60 Hz, 125-Hp Three-phase induction type motor is to be connected for across-the-line starting. The nameplate indicates the motor’s maximum ampere rating, 160A. It has a NEMA code letter B. The ambient temp of the installation place is and TW copper will be used. Short-circuit protection device that will be used is Inverse Time Breaker.

 

Calculate the Thermal Overload Protection.

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