I have divided a big task into small sub-tasks
As the title says, I am now focusing on installing a three phase 1.1 kW 220-240/380-480 V @ 50 Hz pump to a PLC unit.
Basically how I see it, is the PLC de/activates the relay/contactor which turns on/off the supply to the pump.
I need advise and guide throug this, thank you
I see it like this:
1. Calculate the supply current used by the pump
2. Choose cable
3. Choose a relay
4. a fuse?
1. Calculate the supply current used by the pump
I understand that it is recommended to use the highest voltage supply? why? :/
That means : (1.1 kW)/(480 V)= 2.29 A ~ 2.3 A
2. Choose cable
I got a bit lost here... Found a lot of tables, some equations, and I really got lost. I cant see how to determine the voltage drop, I read around 10% for motors?
I got a value of 1.5 mm^2 3-5 meter long copper wire. How does that sound? Another way to find a cable?
3. Choose a relay
Not started yet...will be more than happy for ideas.
4. a fuse?
Is it necessory? maybe between the mains and the relay?
Thank you for your time, I appreciate it.. and many others