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Ako vypočítať Circuit Breaker Sizing

Čo je Circuit Breaker Sizing?

Selects appropriate circuit breaker to protect circuits from overcurrent while allowing normal operation. Wrong sizing causes nuisance trips or fire risk.

Vzorec

Typical breaker = current × 1.25 (non-motor) or × 2.5 (motor)

Sprievodca krok za krokom

  1. 1Calculate circuit maximum current
  2. 2Breaker must exceed running current for motor inrush
  3. 3Typical breaker = current × 1.25 (non-motor) or × 2.5 (motor)
  4. 4Match breaker to wire ampacity (wire must handle breaker rating)
  5. 5Select trip curve (A, B, C, D) for application

Worked Examples

Vstup
40A circuit, #8 wire
Výsledok
50A breaker

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Oversizing breaker to avoid nuisance trips (creates fire hazard)
  • Using undersized wire for breaker rating

Frequently Asked Questions

Why not just use larger breaker?

Oversized breaker won't protect from short circuits, creating fire/electrocution risk.

What's the difference between breaker curves?

A: sensitive (electronics), B: general, C: motors, D: high inrush; choose for application.

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