Solve 3 Phase Total Power Problems

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The discussion focuses on solving total power problems in three-phase systems, with the user expressing confusion about the correct equations to apply. They reference a previous post and online resources but feel uncertain about their calculations. A participant confirms that the user's calculations appear correct but suggests adjusting significant figures for clarity. The conversation highlights the distinction between calculating line currents versus branch currents in a delta load configuration. Ultimately, the user is guided to sum the real powers from each load branch for accurate total power determination.
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I have included the problems attached below. I have looked at a recent post and the equations made sense to me but I am very new to 3 phase systems basically know only what I have learned from trying to answer my questions. i feel my attempt is wrong from what I have seen online as total power equation in 3 phase system. I have included link. I am not sure which equation to use now I think mine is wrong.[/B]

Homework Equations


https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/delta-and-star-transformation-ac-circuits.791979/
and online 3 phase power solution
https://www.electricaltechnology.org/2014/09/delta-connection-power-voltage-current.html

The Attempt at a Solution


I have attached all my workings[/B]
 

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Your calculations look okay to me. You might want to trim the significant figures in your final power value, maybe express it in kW.
 
hi gneill
thanks again.
Did you see the online link to P = √3 x VL x IL x CosФ for a balanced system delta. is that not different from mine.
 
billyray said:
Did you see the online link to P = √3 x VL x IL x CosФ for a balanced system delta. is that not different from mine.
Yes. Note that in this instance you have not calculated the Line currents (##I_L##), but rather the separate load branch currents for the Delta load. This makes a difference because the Line currents are made up of combinations of currents of load branches (which have different relative phases). Now, if you directly calculate the real power for each branch of the load as you've done, then you can simply sum those real powers.
 
thanks gneill
 

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