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For a 600 amp, 480 V, 3-phase system, you would typically use 3/0 AWG copper wire or 250 kcmil aluminum wire, depending on the installation conditions and applicable code requirements. It's essential to consider factors such as the length of the run, ambient temperature, and any derating factors that may apply. Always consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) or a qualified electrician for specific applications and local regulations.
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What size wire is needed for 400 amp 480 volt service?
A 500 MCM wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 430. Most 400 amp services will use parallel wires on each leg to feed the circuit. A 3/0 wire with an insulation factor of 75 and 90 degrees C is rated at 200 and 225 amps respectively. The insulation rating of these conductors will be 600 volts.
Can you run a 480 volt machine with 600 volt incoming voltage?
Yes, but the 600 volts would have to be transformed down to 480 volts. Direct connection to the motor with 600 volts would overheat the motor to destruction.
What size wire paralleled for 600 amp single phase service?
A 350 MCM copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degree C is rated at 310 and 325 respectively. So depending on the insulation of the wire that is used, a parallel wire configuration will give you a total of 620 at 75 degrees C or 650 at 90 degrees C.
What size copper wire for a run of 500 feet in parallel for a resident with a load of 600 amps single phase 240 volt?
This is a voltage drop question. A 500 MCM copper or 750 MCM aluminium conductor will limit the voltage drop to 3% or less when supplying 300 amps for 500 feet on a 240 volt system. Paralleling these conductors will allow the rating to be increased to 600 amps.
What size copper grounding electrode conductor is required for a service that has three sets of 600 kc mil copper conductors per phase?
The grounding conductor of a service distribution is sized by the ampacity of the service. By just stating the wire size, this does not give this information, as many variables enter into what wires are used depending on length, ambient temperature and insulation factor to name a few.
