Y vs. delta

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TheSpArK505

Joined Sep 25, 2013
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Hello guys , how are you?

I studied that there are two types of balanced three phase circuits, that are star and delta .Which can be used as a source- such as a transformer- or as load.

which of them is better to be a source and which is better to be a load and why??
 

MaxHeadRoom

Joined Jul 18, 2013
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If you only need three phase with without the need for using any particular phase as say a 1ph and Star neutral then Delta would be the way to go.
The Star (Wye) gives you the option of a grounded neutral system.
Max.
 

Dodgydave

Joined Jun 22, 2012
11,284
Star will give higher current at lower line voltage, delta will give lower current at higher line voltage, both will give the same power output.
 
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