Talk:Inrush current
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Dear tech,
Base on my knowledge, the breaker sizing should refer to the total amp and multiply by the surge factor (1.6). Our client refuses to install the SPD(surge protection device), but they want to maintain the sizing base on the total load without the surge factor calculation. They request an advice from us. Which method of installation is correct and how do I prove it to them? For additional information, the incoming source will be from UPS. As I know, surge current might occur during the switching of the breaker. If we don’t take the surge factor into consideration, it might trip the breaker. How the surge occur during the breaker switching and what causing it?
Please assist me on this. Hope to get your prompt reply since we are in the middle of acceptance test.
- Wikipedia is not a free consulting engineering source. Your best choice would be to retain the services of a licensed professional engineer in your jurisdiction, who can authoritatively advise you with respect to technical requirements consistent with the regulations of your jurisdiction. --Wtshymanski 17:45, 28 September 2006 (UTC)
