3 phase motor contactor. Contactors are typically used on three phase air conditioning motors requiring at least 480 volts to operate. Every 3 phase contactor has 3 poles one for each phase while every single phase contactor has either 1 or 2 poles please see switch terminology. Contactor wiring with complete explanation. Pole count for more informationto explain the difference in the number of poles we need to first review how ac power works.
Large electric motors can be protected from overcurrent damage through the use of. 3 phase motor contactor wiring diagram. A three phase contactor is an electronic device used to turn power on or off at a three phase load. Starting a three phase motor.
Shown here is a contactor for a three phase electric motor installed on a panel as part of an electrical control system at a municipal water treatment plant. Special consideration for the 3 phase squirrel cage inductive motor load which is one of the most common load types in the industry where the motor draws a significant amount of current inrush current when starting. In 3 power system we use some devices between induction motor and supply which are a cb circuit breaker mc magnetic cont actor or motor stater ol overload relay and nc no push button switches for onoff and reset. I had to do this a few times with floodlights to be used outside.
A simple circuit diagram of contactor with three phase motor. A contactor is a large relay usually used to switch current to an electric motor or another high power load. Friends ye video bahut important video hai because is video me ham practically janne wale hai ki ak contactor ke connection kaise kiye jaate hai to aap is video ko poora jarur dekhiyega taki apke. Our motor rated contactors are available from nema size 009 in open and enclosed design for full voltage starting of ac motorsour contactors can also be used for non motor and lighting loads.
Magnetic motor starter for electric motor control 5hp 18amp 3 phase 208 240vac with adjustable overload relay 12 to 18 amps 33 out of 5 stars 3 6690 66. On abb contactor wiring diagram. In choosing the correct contactor you will need to consider the load type that the contactor will be used with.