how to select a breaker (MCB,MCCB,ELCB) for 18.5 kw, 3 ph.
480 v, 60 hz induction motor?

Answer Posted / jayaraj

P=Sq rt 3VI pf
So I = 27.8 Amps. considering the staring current twice as full load current = 55A so 63 A MCCB required. Depends on the KA of the system 25KA or 50 KA MCCB can be selected.

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