Question 8003 of 844 · Washington 01 Journey Level Electrician Exam
When sizing motor branch-circuit conductors and short-circuit protection for a general-purpose motor, which current must be used?
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Correct answer to question 8003
- A: The full-load current from the NEC motor tables
Explanation
Section 430.6(A)(1) requires the table values (Tables 430.247 to 430.250) rather than the nameplate current for conductor ampacity and for short-circuit and ground-fault protection. The table values give a consistent, conservative basis.
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