LRA (locked rotor amps) is not used to calculate the breaker size. Breaker's are used to protect the size of the conductor that is connected to it. Motor calculations are based on the motor's FLA (full load amps).Conductor size is 125% of the motor's FLA.
Breaker size is 250% of the motor's FLA.
This is the only occasion when the breaker is sized larger that the conductors maximum amperage rating. This is due to the motor drawing up to 300 to 600% of its FLA when starting.
If you state the motor's wattage, voltage or amperage this calculation can be calculated here.
A #10 wire has the capacity for 30 amps. No breaker larger than 30 amps should be used to protect the circuit.
3000 / 240 = Amps. You de-rate a breaker by 20 % for continuous load like an oven. You could get by with a 20 Amp breaker and 12 AWG wire. However, I would recommend 30 Amps and 10 AWG for an oven for the long run.
For typical residential house wiring 12 AWG wire is required for a 20 Amp breaker. If you change out the breaker for a 25 A breaker you would have to rewire the circuit with 10 AWG. In that case you could up the breaker to 30 Amps. All outlets and switches should be rated at the same voltage and current as the breaker.
In North America the standard sizes for breakers are 15, 20, 30, and 40 amps. The 15 amp size breaker is used in general circuit wiring. The 20 amp size breaker is used for dedicated appliance receptacles, hot water tank and baseboard heating. The 30 amp size breaker is used for a clothes dryer. The 40 amp size breaker is used for the electric range.
Electrical breakers are sized by the conductor that is connected to it. The conductor is sized by the current that is drawn by the circuit. The formula for amperage is I = W/E. Amps + Watts/Volts. 325/120 = 2.7 amps. A #14 copper conductor is rated at 15 amps. This is the minimum size wiring that is used for house circuits loads. The breaker for this size wiring will be a 15 amp breaker.
A #10 wire has the capacity for 30 amps. No breaker larger than 30 amps should be used to protect the circuit.
For a circuit with a load of 10 amps, a breaker of 15 amps should be used for adequate protection. It is important to choose a breaker size that is slightly higher than the load to prevent frequent tripping and ensure safety.
3000 / 240 = Amps. You de-rate a breaker by 20 % for continuous load like an oven. You could get by with a 20 Amp breaker and 12 AWG wire. However, I would recommend 30 Amps and 10 AWG for an oven for the long run.
For typical residential house wiring 12 AWG wire is required for a 20 Amp breaker. If you change out the breaker for a 25 A breaker you would have to rewire the circuit with 10 AWG. In that case you could up the breaker to 30 Amps. All outlets and switches should be rated at the same voltage and current as the breaker.
In North America the standard sizes for breakers are 15, 20, 30, and 40 amps. The 15 amp size breaker is used in general circuit wiring. The 20 amp size breaker is used for dedicated appliance receptacles, hot water tank and baseboard heating. The 30 amp size breaker is used for a clothes dryer. The 40 amp size breaker is used for the electric range.
If this is a constant 23amp draw, best to go with a 50a breaker. Overkill in electrical is always a safe method. Need to allow for spikes or additional load if something else is inadvertently placed on that same line
A standard fuse size for a current of 315 amps would not be practical due to the high current flow. It is recommended to use alternative protection devices such as a circuit breaker or contactor for currents of this magnitude.
Yes, you can use a 40 amp breaker to feed a sub panel. The wire from the 40 amp breaker must be #8 or larger. If you intend to use the full 40 amps a larger conductor must be used. Conductors can only be loaded to 80% capacity in continuous load conditions. A #8 wire is rated at 45 amps x 80% = 36 amps. The suggested size would be a #6 rated at 65 amps x 80% = 52 amps.
A 6-gauge wire should be used with a 60 amp breaker.
Typical residential electric dryers are on 30 amp circuits, which means 10 gage copper wire. The circuit breaker should match the dryer cord rating, generally 30 amps.
A 14 gauge wire is typically used on a 15 amp circuit breaker. It is not recommended to use a larger circuit breaker with a smaller wire size as this can create a fire hazard.
For a 25 amp breaker, a wire size of at least 10 gauge should be used to safely handle the current.