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To use a star delta starter, the motor must be a three phase six wire motor. The extra wires out are the wires that are usually terminated in the motor housing as the star point. The starter, when energized, brings the star contactor in and closes the star point coil ends. An external timer times out after the motor gets up to speed in the star connection and drops the star contactor and closes the delta contactor. When in the delta connection the motor coils are then paralleled to allow the motor to run at full voltage.

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What will happen if induction motor is in star-star connected?

If a motor is connected in a star configuration it will operate at a slower speed. This is the working process that a star delta starter operates on. At first through the starter the motor starts in the star connection. When the motor gets up to its highest speed in that connection it times a timer out , the star starter drops out and the delta starter pulls in and then connects the motor in the delta connection. This allows more voltage to be applied to the motor and it then speeds up to its nameplate rated RPM.


What is a forward-reverse star delta?

A forward reverse star delta is a two in one motor starter where a motor first runs on star connection and then changed to delta connection after a time which has been set. The motor direction can be changed, whether forward or reverse


Is delta connection also called a star-star connection?

the delta has a higher voltage to ground on the B phase and is identified by the orange color for identification means so its easier to smoke equipment if not careful.hardly see delta connections anymore so old school and outdated. it just makes economic sense to use a star connection.On the above answer there should be no voltage to ground on a delta connection. All three phase coils are connected in series with each other and at no point in the delta are they grounded. Most of the commercial and industrial motor connections are connected delta. In installations where the motor inrush is above utility company specifications the Star- Delta connection is used. This limits the inrush current in the star configuration and then after a time delay connects the motor in a delta configuration. With delta systems the use of grounding lights are mandatory. These are used to detect if a phase grounds out. One phase and the motor can still be in operation, two grounds represent a short circuit and the system will trip.CommentThe second answer is not altogether correct... In the USA and Canada, it is common practise for one phase of the delta-connected secondary windings of a three-phase transformer bank, to have an earthed (grounded) centre tap. With each phase providing 240 V; the centre-tapped phase then provides a combination of 240 V line-to-line together with two 120-V line-to-neutral (earth) voltages which is the standard supply method for residences in North America. The point of common connection between the two remaining phases is termed the 'high leg' of that particular transformer connection, having a potential of 208 V with respect to earth (although this is not used). To summarise, this method provides a 240-V three-phase supply, combined with a single-phase 240/120-V supply, which is useful for small businesses (e.g. garages) which might need to operate three-phase motors.However, the second answer is perfectly true for the UK (and, possibly, elsewhere in Europe) where residences are supplied with just one voltage (230 V) -unlike North America- and delta-connected supplies are relatively unusual.


What configuration was the first successful prototype transistor at Bell Labs connected in?

Common base connection.


What and where is the PNP switch on your 99 Toyota Corolla?

The pnp switch is short for Park/Neutral Switch. Its pretty much the middle man between the ignition switch and the starter. It only allows the current from the ignition switch to reach the starter if the vehicle is in park or neutral. Its usually connected to the shifter. Allow me to correct myself on the first answer. If the shifter is on the column it will be located in the column region. If shifters on the floor its under the vehicle and connected to the shifter.

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What will happen if induction motor is in star-star connected?

If a motor is connected in a star configuration it will operate at a slower speed. This is the working process that a star delta starter operates on. At first through the starter the motor starts in the star connection. When the motor gets up to its highest speed in that connection it times a timer out , the star starter drops out and the delta starter pulls in and then connects the motor in the delta connection. This allows more voltage to be applied to the motor and it then speeds up to its nameplate rated RPM.


What is a forward-reverse star delta?

A forward reverse star delta is a two in one motor starter where a motor first runs on star connection and then changed to delta connection after a time which has been set. The motor direction can be changed, whether forward or reverse


Is delta connection also called a star-star connection?

the delta has a higher voltage to ground on the B phase and is identified by the orange color for identification means so its easier to smoke equipment if not careful.hardly see delta connections anymore so old school and outdated. it just makes economic sense to use a star connection.On the above answer there should be no voltage to ground on a delta connection. All three phase coils are connected in series with each other and at no point in the delta are they grounded. Most of the commercial and industrial motor connections are connected delta. In installations where the motor inrush is above utility company specifications the Star- Delta connection is used. This limits the inrush current in the star configuration and then after a time delay connects the motor in a delta configuration. With delta systems the use of grounding lights are mandatory. These are used to detect if a phase grounds out. One phase and the motor can still be in operation, two grounds represent a short circuit and the system will trip.CommentThe second answer is not altogether correct... In the USA and Canada, it is common practise for one phase of the delta-connected secondary windings of a three-phase transformer bank, to have an earthed (grounded) centre tap. With each phase providing 240 V; the centre-tapped phase then provides a combination of 240 V line-to-line together with two 120-V line-to-neutral (earth) voltages which is the standard supply method for residences in North America. The point of common connection between the two remaining phases is termed the 'high leg' of that particular transformer connection, having a potential of 208 V with respect to earth (although this is not used). To summarise, this method provides a 240-V three-phase supply, combined with a single-phase 240/120-V supply, which is useful for small businesses (e.g. garages) which might need to operate three-phase motors.However, the second answer is perfectly true for the UK (and, possibly, elsewhere in Europe) where residences are supplied with just one voltage (230 V) -unlike North America- and delta-connected supplies are relatively unusual.


What is the reason if you are running an electric motor with a star delta starter but whenever it is switched to delta at the same instant its circuit breaker trips?

Check your Delta connections first if the phases is corresponding, and check your Circuit Breaker if it sufficiently rated.


When you try to start my 89 caprice it just clicks what could be the problem?

Check your battery first, its terminal connection and connection leading to the starter.


What is the star delta working principle?

when starting a 3 phase induction motor,first start with star connection,because reduced current is being applied and after start change it to delta connection then. full line current is applied to the motor.


How do you install a 2000 Yamaha waverunner XL 1200 starter?

To install a 2000 Yamaha Waverunner XL 1200 starter, first remove the 2 bolts. Then the wires connected to the starter. Remove the starter and replace with new.


What configuration was the first successful prototype transistor at Bell Labs connected in?

Common base connection.


How do you remove a starter from a 02 impala?

I am currently having the same issue. First unhook the battery completely. Then you need to find where the wires on the starter are connected to the battery. Detach the wires from the starter that go to the battery. Once you have the starter wires completely detached from battery you can start removal of starter from engine block.


If your car won't start how can you tell if it is your battery or starter that is bad?

First, turn on the headlights. Now, have someone watch them as you try to start the car; do they get dim? If so, the battery is in need of a charge; If not, you need to check your connections at the starter. You may have a bad starter, starter solenoid, or connection.


Why does my boat makes a clicking sound when trying to start it?

You may also have a faulty starter solenoid or starter Your battery is low, or you have a bad connection in your cables. -I would try to charge your battery first, but if that doesn't help then go ahead and have your starter looked at! :)


How do you change a starter on a 1997 Ford Ranger?

Remove the starter power wire from the battery that goes to starter. Starter is between the transmission and engine. Remove the 3 bolts from the starter to the transhousing. Replace new starter re-install the power wire.:) Disconnect the battery first!!! Also, besides the battery cable there should also be a starter switch wire (probably a spade connection).