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how do you change a star delta wired motor to run on direct on line
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RE: motors
RE: motors
RE: motors
RE: motors
RE: motors
The main contactor is usually NOT rated to carry the full load current, and the OL relay is typically set for 58% of FLA as well. Either buy a new contactor rated for the full current (preferable) or use the Main and Delta contactors in parallel, then replace the OL and place it in the circuit ahead of BOTH contactors so that it sees the FLA.
For some reason the thread number provided by aolalde is gone, but here is another one where he posted the connection pattern you will need. (second post in this thread). thread237-173798
But really, if you choose to continue using the 2 contactors you already have, the connections to the contactors remain the same. You just need to remove the Star contactor and change the control circuit to pull in both contactors at the same time. Here is a good resource for understanding what you have and how it works.
http://www.lmphotonics.com/star_delta.htm
Now, why do you want to change?
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RE: motors
First to do is Check the leads labeling, if your motor is manufactured in U.S the leads are labelled with numbers from 1 to 6. If this is the case Then disconnect the motor from the Wye-Delta starter and connect the motor for D.O.L : L1 to 1-6, L2 to 2-4 and L3 to 3-5.Earth to Motor´s frame.
If the motor is manufactured by IEC Standards then the leads are labelled like U1,V1,W1,U2,V2 and W2 for D.O.L start: L1 to U1-W2, L2 to V1-U2 and L3 to W1-V2.Earth to motor´s frame.
Regards.
Petronila
RE: motors