Saturday 21 November 2020

winding copper weight and gross weight induction motor, submersible motor

 

Winding and weight of induction and submersible motor –

winding weight and motor weight


Typical motor, 3 Ph, 40 H, 415v

Sr.

KW

HP

Copper winding weight(kg)

Total weight

Remarks

Submersible motor pump set

1

1.5

2

1.2

15

 

2

2.2

3

1.8

25

 

3

26

35

21

95

 

4

30

40

24

111

 

5

37

50

30

120

 

Induction motor

1

5.5

7.5

4.5

72

 

2

7.5

10

6

80

 

3

11

15

9

121

 

4

15

20

12

138

 

5

22

30

18

200

 

6

30

40

24

266

 

7

37

50

30

333

 

8

55

75

45

492

 

9

75

100

60

620

 

 

 

 

 







Nominal sped of submersible motor

3" motor                                              N = 2800 rpm

4" motor                                              N =2900 rpm

6" motor                                              N=2900 rpm

8" & 10" motor                                  N=2900 rpm

 

Note:

1)      Weights are approximate.

2)      Copper weight is @ 600gm per HP (+/-) 10%.

3)      Copper weight varies acceding to RPM , selected for 1440 RPM in case of induction motor

4)      Gross weight of motor  increases with decrease of RPM

The above data is for academic purpose only. Readers are requested to verify with manufacturer.

Friday 4 September 2020

ELECTRICAL CONSULTANCY CHARGE

Electrical Consultancy charge depends on the various factors but depending on City to city. We can say in general- 

1) 1.5-2% - of project cost


a)      Includes- detail drawing, specification, costing, maximum visit -2 nos.

b)      Excludes - site visit for inspection and execution support.

c)      Distance  upto 30 km from the consultant office

2) 2-3 % of project cost

a)      Includes- detail drawing, specification, costing

b)      Includes – 8 visits either for inspection or execution support,

a)      distance  upto 30 km from the consultant office

3) Visit charges-

b)      Approx- 5000/- per visit,

c)      Distance upto 30 km from the consultant office for inspection or execution support.

4) Mutually agreement

a)      between  consultant and  client

5) Assistant charge:

a)      It may be included in case 1, 2. For case 3, Rs 2500/- per visit,

b)      Distance upto 30 km from the consultant office.

 Note: in reality the consultancy fee is not actually dependent on the type of work. It depends on your status. you can charge as per your knowledge and popularity. State or central govt. has some own rules but it is difficult to estimate.

GENERAL ROLE OF ELECTRICAL CONSULTANT

ENGINEERING SERVICES:

a)      Data accumulation for electrical & allied systems through meetings with client and other consultants

b)      Load calculations and assessment of actual demand, possible maximum demands, dimension, rating of transformer, substation requirements, D.G. set requirements.

c)      Liaison work with Statutory Agencies.

d)      Detail engineering of the power system like distribution cables, Panels & Distribution boards, cable sizing, power outlets, and power wiring.

e)      Layouts for the power distribution system.

f)       Single line diagrams.

g)      Lighting scheme design for internal and external lighting, lighting layouts with SLDs.

h)      Selection of fixtures and detailing of mounting

i)        Detail engineering & layout drawings for lightening protection & earthing systems

j)        Detailing and drawings for communication, fire detection and alarm systems, Security systems if any

k)      Preparation of Technical specification for equipment and works.

l)        Preparation of bill of quantities and estimates based on BOQ and Specs

m)   Floating Inquiries / Tenders consisting of;

a.      General terms of contract

b.      Technical specifications

c.       Schedule of quantities

d.      Drawings

n)      Technical and commercial comparison of quotes for above recommendation, negotiations, order drafts etc.

o)       Preparation of work schedule and programs based on available information and inputs from clients.

Typical project

  1. Industrial Projects
  2. Multi Storied building
  3. Multiplexes
  4. Commercial Complexes
  5. Residential Colonies
  6. Hotels & Resorts
  7. Hospitals
  8. Hostel
  9. Dharamshala
  10. Sports Stadiums
  11. Shopping Centers
  12. Institutional Buildings
  13. Temples
  14. Street lighting
  15. Road lighting
  16. Township Projects etc.

 

Wednesday 22 July 2020

cable size for DG set


Cable size for DG set
TYpe:
copper
Rating (kva)
phase
current
size per phase
neutral
1 phase
5
1
21.7
1core. X 6 sqm
1core. X 6 sqm
7.5
1
32.6
1core. X 6 sqm
1core. X 6 sqm
10
1
43.5
1core X16 sqm
1core X16 sqm
15
1
65.2
1 core  X 25 sqm
1 core  X 25 sqm
20
1
87
2 core X 16 sqm
2 core X 16 sqm
25
1
108.5
2 core X 16 sqm
2 core X 16 sqm
30
1
130
2 core  X 25 sqm
2 core  X 25 sqm
35
1
125
2 core  X 35 sqm
2 core  X 35 sqm
40
1
174
2 core  X 35 sqm
2 core  X 35 sqm

For 3 phase
KVA
15
20/30
35
45/50
62.5/70
82.5
100
125
Amp
20.9
27.5/41.5
48.5
62.5/55.5
86/97.38
114.6
139
173.7
Al cable size 3.5
core sqmm
16
25
35
70
95
95
150
150
Copper  cable size
3.5  core sqmm
6
10
16
25
35
50
50
70

KVA
140
160
180/200
250
320
400
500
600
Amp
194.5
222.5
250.4/278.1
347.6
445.2
556.4
695.6
834.7
Al cable size 3.5
core sqmm
185
240
300
2RX 185
2RX 240
2RX 300
4RX 240
4RX 300
Copper  cable size 3.5  core sqmm
70
95
120
150
240
300
2RX 185
400



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