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    125 kva supply cable calc

    Hi, We are undertaking quite a big job for an extension at a school and as it is a little out of our experience i was hoping to run it by a few of you kind folk before we have another meeting with the client on Tuesday. I've read through the forum at cable calc questions and i know they can...
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    80 KVA spot welder

    Hi all, Could anyone tell what size armoured cable I would need to supply a 400v ( 2 phase) 80 KVA spot welder . Cheers
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    Contacting a 5 Kva generator to standard 3 pin vacuum,please help

    Hi , please can I ask your advice. I have searched everywhere for an answer and am confused. Pin short I have bought a 5 Kva generator to power a 3300watt vacuum and I need to know how to connect the generator which is fitted with a regulator to a standard three pin socket into which I can plug...
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    KVA to amps help

    Have got a new supply going in and have been told its 300KVA 3 phase now if i have worked it out correct is comes in a 433 amps which going by the size of the places i would expect to be per phase. Which i take it would be fused down to 400 amps by the DNO
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    How to increase Kva

    Hi all, We got an industrial kitchen with Induction Hobs which consume loads of electricity and the Main only supply 69Kva as we have a O4 meter. Any ideas how to increase Kva? Can we use Buck Booster Transformers? Thanks Mithra
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    KVa and ka and overload.

    Hi, I'm an apprentice electrican. Please could someone give me some guidance on this as I am confused? Thanks. What is the difference between overload rating ie 6amp on a circuit breaker and breaking capacity on a circuit breaker ie 10ka? I'm confused. Thanks :)
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    maximum demand kva 3 phase

    looking to get a bit of help got a job that currently has 8 flats and a landlord supply and a big office on the ground and basement After using the OSG for diversity have come up with the following 118A per flat (no gas) 127A for landlord (lift etc) 180A for office (air con)...
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    Kva ratings for meter connections

    Hi there, Im new to the forum but enjoy reading topics on here. I need some advice I'm carrying out a job on an industrial estate pulling new supplies to new unit, I am trying to arrange to get the meters fitted all three phase but progress is slow. Could anyone give advise on how I go...
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    kVA - Amps Formula for Three Phase

    Hi gents Just wondering if anyone can advise me on my working out. Have been asked to advise on supply conductor csa for a sub distribution supply. The power requirements are 10kVA 400V supply. I'm used to working with kW power just not sure on kVA - Amps formula which I have used below: - I...
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    600 kVA Generator installation - 3 phase, 4 wire

    Hi Guys, I am presently on a ship which is about to be stacked. This means we will no longer be using our 1500kVA Kato Generators. The company plan to install a deck generator just for running lights/motors/galley etc. ON the ship we have no neutral connection, its 3 phase, 480V, 60HZ. This is...
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    Kw to kva conversion

    Hi All I need to apply for a new 100a x 3ph&n supply but I need to know the kva equivalent and figured the quickest way to find out is to ask you guys. Thanks in advance.
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    Kva for 12 flats

    Morning everyone ive been asked to calculate the maximum demand for a conversion of commercial property to 12 one bed self containted flats. There will be no gas service available. Each flat will consist of a 32 amp socket, 45 amp shower, 32 amp cooker, 20 amp electric radiators, 16 amp water...
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    KVA Calculation

    Just checking I have got the right answer , Got 50 KVA on a 3 phase system, I calculate it as 72.25 amps per phase?
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    Kva

    Am i right in thinking a 600 KVA 3 phase supply is approx 1400 amps per phase. Brains gone
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    kva to amps

    Hi can anyone tell me how many amps is equal to 25 kva on a 3 supply??
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    KVA calculation

    Hi guys , im having a little moment , I have a 3 phase supply which is 100 amps per phase. I need to calculate the max KVA that can be drawn through that. I think from memory it is 300amps x 415 Volts x PF then divide the total of this by 1000 this should give me the total KVA . Sorry its such...
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    Kva

    Kilo volt amp can any one explain why we use this if it =kw any way in other words can someone in simple terms explain kva
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    3 phase 70 KVA generator

    Hello Does anyone know about installation of generators. I been asked to price for a 70 KVA gererator on a domestic property (MAD) and need to know more about it. I have done a install before when I use to work for a company so I do understand that there is a change over switch which is...
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    25mm 5 core armoured and kva

    Hi all i went to look at a job where another electrician has installed the 25mm armoured to a 3 phase board supplying a commercial kitchen. The electrician has installed a 3 phase isolator at intake using 160 a fuses. I was wondering the max 25 mm run surface for about 20 meters also the co...
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    What KVA value - Can someone help please for a tyre garage, MOT station and offices

    Hello all I am new to this site and i am glad i have found it as it looks crammed with useful advice from people in the know. I am not too familiar with how forums and posts work and i hope i have not made a mistake by uploading this, so please excuse my ignorance in advance if i have offended...

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