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A theoretical bus that can provide infinite amounts of current. This is often used in distribution level load studies - the distribution source bus is often modelled this way. The majority of voltage drop is due to the modelled distribution lines, and the step down Transformers to the distribution bus often use load tap changers to keep the source voltage at the desired level anyway.
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Why the impedance of infinite bus bar is zero?

...because it is an infinite bus bar, meaning it can supply infinite current. By Ohm's law, since the voltage at the bus bar is fixed, to have infinite current, you must have a zero impedance.


What is the bus bar size for 6000A?

5-6x150 Cu. BUS BAR PER PHASE


The purpose of the bus bar protection unit is to isolate any bus by tripping its contactor or isolate a faulty bus in the variable ac system?

The Bus Bar is (usually 3, or 4) solid copper bars that run through an MCC (Motor Control Center) and just supply power to the individual 'buckets' (compartments that contain the individual motor starters). The only protection for a bus bar would be from the 'Panelboard', or 'Switchboard' breaker that feeds the bus bar mounted in a separate MCC. Make Sense???, let me know if not...


How do you make 3 ply bus bar bending?

To make a 3-ply bus bar bending, first, gather the necessary materials, including the bus bar, bending tools (like a hydraulic or manual bender), and safety equipment. Measure and mark the desired bending points on the bus bar, ensuring precise angles for functionality. Position the bus bar in the bender, align it with the marks, and apply pressure gradually to achieve the required bends. Finally, verify the bends for accuracy and ensure they meet the specified electrical and structural requirements.


How do you check bus bar contact resistance?

To check bus bar contact resistance, use a micro-ohmmeter capable of measuring low resistance values accurately. First, ensure the bus bar is de-energized and properly isolated for safety. Connect the micro-ohmmeter leads to the bus bar connections, and take the measurement. Record the resistance value and compare it to the manufacturer's specifications or industry standards to determine if the contact resistance is acceptable.

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Why the impedance of infinite bus bar is zero?

...because it is an infinite bus bar, meaning it can supply infinite current. By Ohm's law, since the voltage at the bus bar is fixed, to have infinite current, you must have a zero impedance.


How can you calculate the copper bus bar according to the amp?

To obtain the amp of the copper bus bar, multiply the width of the bus bar by the thickness of the bus bar to obtain the current carrying capacity of the bus bar.


How can a bus have infinite space in it?

Because, when your on a bus, even though it looks full, someone always seems to be able to hop on without anyone hoping off. So by rights, the bus has infinite space.


What is the bus bar size for 6000A?

5-6x150 Cu. BUS BAR PER PHASE


What are the types of bus bar arrangements?

Single bus is used in smaller, less important substations. A fault on the bus requires tripping of all lines into the bus. When higher redundancy is necessary, ring and breaker and 1/2 schemes are used. These are the three most common.


What does the term 'bus bar' refer to?

The term "bus bar" refers to a strip of bar of brass, aluminum, or copper. This strip of bar conducts electricity with a distribution and switch board.


Bus Bar?

Its a switch


How do you convert bus bar to amp?

Bus bar is a physical component that carries the current. AMP is unit of current. They can not be converted


What is the difference between a 200 amp bus bar and a 150 amp bus bar?

The primary difference between a 200 amp bus bar and a 150 amp bus bar lies in their current-carrying capacity. A 200 amp bus bar can safely handle a maximum load of 200 amps, making it suitable for larger electrical systems, while a 150 amp bus bar is limited to 150 amps. This difference affects their applications; a 200 amp bus bar is typically used in larger service panels or commercial settings, whereas a 150 amp bus bar may be adequate for smaller residential systems. Additionally, the physical size and material specifications may vary to accommodate the different current ratings.


Difference between bus bar and bus duct?

Bus bars are actually simple conductor strips of copper using for connection between one system to another.for example transformer to panel. bus ducts are enclouser of that bus bar


What Is The Slowest Computer Bus?

The slowest computer bus would be a stopped or halted computer bus, since there would be infinite time between operations.


What are the conditions for Synchronization of three phase alternator and bus bar?

voltage of incoming machine should be same as that of bus bar voltage