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Busbar arrangements - Multiplying factor for vertical laminations

Busbar arrangements - Multiplying factor for vertical laminations

Busbar arrangements - Multiplying factor for vertical laminations

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Are there any standards or general equations given to calculate the number of vertical (on-edge) rectangular laminated bus bars for a given current rating? I have found some multiplying factors on the copper development association's website, but they are only for specific dimensions. (http://www.copperinfo.co.uk/busbars/pub22-copper-for-busbars/sec5.htm)

Also, does anyone have design considerations (spacing requirements, etc.) regarding the hollow square arrangement for busbars?

Any help is appreciated.

RE: Busbar arrangements - Multiplying factor for vertical laminations

Did you see :[from your link]?
Page 3 Current-carrying Capacity of Busbars   Calculation of Current-carrying Capacity
Page 10 Appendices Table 13: a.c. current ratings of laminated bars
Also DIN 43671 "Copper bus bars; design for continuous current" may answer to your query
http://www.techstreet.com/standards/din/43671?product_id=1049709
 

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