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Generator Cap. Comp.

11/18/2011 5:25 AM

im computing generator current capicity with rated 300KW,3ph, 230V,80%pf. and come-up with an ans. of 941A.. is this the line current? how can i get the current per phase?
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Re: generator cap. comp.

11/18/2011 5:28 AM

Is 230V phase-to-phase or phase-to-neutral?

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11/21/2011 12:48 AM

230v phase to phase, 110 phase to neutral..
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Re: Generator Cap. Comp.

11/18/2011 1:58 PM

300KVA
230V Ph - Ph @.8Pf = 602A
230V Ph - N @.8Pf = 346A

If you want to know how to work it out get your books out.

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