Hi, If I have a 10 hp, 230 vac, 3ph motor with a current draw of 24 amps. I would fuse it with a 30 amp time delay.
OK now my question. Do I wire it with the capability of handling 24 amps or 30 amps?
Thanks for the help.
Wire size question
Dec 06, 2007
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you calculate 25% over the Max expected current. so, 24 * 1.25 = 30 amps
Is the minimum to start with, then you have length of wire to consider.
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How long is the wire?
It's nothing, a few feet.
Thanks for the help guys.
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