Abdul Basit Khan said:
sir,
i am a user, and i need to define difference between 3 pole & 4 pole MCCB for 200kVA transformer & 275kVA generator in main distribution panel, if we use common neutral, what is the advantages and disadvantages.
Regards,
ABdul Basit Khan
Dear ;
The using of ” 3 Poles ” or ” 4 Poles ” MCCB either for transformers or generators, that means if the ” Neutral ” should be directly connected ” 3 poles ” or switched on & off with phases ” 4 Poles ” will be decided after knowing the ” Earthing System ” used in the project. So, if you know the Earthing System you can decide which MCCB should be used for your application.
Regarding the ” Earthing Systems “, we use as follow :
– TT, TN-S, IT (with distributed neutral) : the ” Neutral ” should be switched on & off with phases.
– IT (without distributed neutral ) : we don't need it as we haven't a neutral
– TN-C : as the Protection line & the Neutral are combined ” PEN “, this line should be directly and all ways connected.
Regards.