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Cable Selection: how do I select cable when installing a soft starter?

Cable selection criteria vary according to the nature of the circuit and the location of the soft starter within the circuit.




1. Supply Cable Rating
> nominal fuse/MCCB rating
> motor FLC x 1.2

2. 6 Wire (Inside Delta) Motor Circuit Cable Rating
> motor FLC x 0.7


Note: Cable current ratings may need to be derated to account for installation factors (grouping, ambient temperature, single or parallel cabling etc). Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.