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  1. michaelLeeKH

    Testing of Wiring Installation for small power

    Are there any specific test according to BS that is required to be carried out once the wiring installation for power sockets, lighting and similar small power equipment is complete before hand over. Thanks.
  2. michaelLeeKH

    Motor selection for 20kW pump.

    The drawn power as mentioned in the pump curve is 18kW. The original motor fixed to the pump is 20kW and the maintenance personnel wants to change the motor to 30kW. I am trying to collect data to pursuade him otherwise.
  3. michaelLeeKH

    Excessive gear ratios in fan belts

    What does excessive gear ratios mean in belt fans? Many consultants say to avoid them and use direct drive. How do I calculate the savings if changing the pulley to direct drive
  4. michaelLeeKH

    Motor selection for 20kW pump.

    ScottUK, Could I jsut ask why does it take more reactive current from the line? Does power factor plays apart in this? Could you please elaborate? Thanks.
  5. michaelLeeKH

    Motor selection for 20kW pump.

    If I use a 30kW motor, how much current will be drawn? Will it be very inefficient? Does the type of starter or drive for example Star/delta or VSD matters?
  6. michaelLeeKH

    Motor selection for 20kW pump.

    I have a 20kW pump. What is the best motor size to be used for the 20kW pump. Can I choose a bigger size motor or slightly smaller size motor. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both selection? Does the type of starter or drive of the motor make a difference?
  7. michaelLeeKH

    Using three phase MCCB for singel phase lighting circuits.

    On board A, three phase MCCB supplies the lighting board, Board B, which supplies the lighting circuits. Each phase supply one circuit of the lighting, therefore under normal condition, three phases are supplied to the lighting boards, Board B by a three pole switch. During emergency condition...
  8. michaelLeeKH

    Using three phase MCCB for singel phase lighting circuits.

    I have some lighting circuits connected to a three phase system. For normal running, three phases will be used for lightings. When the normal supply is not available, the generator kicks in but it will onyl be able to supply one phase of the lighting instead of three phases. This is done through...

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