I'm trying to figure out what the KW will be on a 277/480 volt generator plant. We are putting in a new plant that will be stepped up to 4160 volts after a delta transformer and i know what the amperage is on the 4160 switch but don't know what the KW is. The amps are 350 on the 4160 lines. can someone help please?
277/480 volt generator plant help
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If you are trying to size the generator there is a ton of engineering work that needs to be completed on the specifics of the load, but in it's most basic form KW is KW so, ignoring losses, your KW @ 4160 is the same as KW @ 480.
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kW = Volts x amps x PF X 1000
Do you know the PF that the load draws?
Do you know the PF that the load draws?
Use a portable power meter and measure on the LV side after commissioning the new plant or check the name plate of the new plant for any power rating.
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