CABLE CALCULATION

FOR
WATER TREATMENT
PLANT
Size
3
(35000 m /day)
  Calculation of cables from Transformer (1600KVA) to
M.L.T.S.B:-

Transformer is loaded 80% from total loads.

1600  0.8
I Load =  1944.75
3  0.38
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 2528.18 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X300+150) mm2,
cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 490 A "Laid in Ground".
2528.18
No. of parallel cables required =  5.1
490
Then, the cable is 6(3X300+150) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.177 mV
Ib = 1944.75/6 A (Current such pass in one cable of six).
L = 40 mt

0.177 1944.75 / 6  40
Vmltsb   2.2 VOLT
1000

The voltage drop in this cable will be 2.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable is 6(3X300+150) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core is O.K.

 Calculation of cables from Generator(600KVA) to

M.L.T.S.B:-

According to tender documents & approved technical offer, loads table,

the generator with power 600 K.V.A.
600
I GEN =  911.6
3  0.38
I Cable =I GEN x 1.3 ~ 1185A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X300+150) mm2,
cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 490 A "Laid in Ground ".
1185
No. of parallel cables required =  2.4
490

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Then, the cable is 3(3X300+150) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.177 mV
Ib = 911.6/3 A (Current such pass in one cable of three).
L = 40 mt

0.177  911.6 / 3  40
Vgen   2.1 VOLT
1000

The voltage drop in this cable will be 2.1 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable is 3(3X300+150) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core is O.K.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Transformer

Building S.B.:-

The panel served loads equal 5 K.W.

5
I Load=  9.5
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 12.34 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 56 A "Laid in Ground ".
12.3
No. of parallel cables required =  0.21
56
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 9.5 A
L = 40 mt

5.191  9.5  40
Vc   2 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 2= 4.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 4.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.
The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is O.K

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  Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Generator
Building S.B.:-

The panel served loads equal 10 K.W.

10
I Load=  19
3  0.38  0.8

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 24.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 74 A "Laid in Ground ".
24.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.33
74
Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 19 A
L = 40 mt

3.094  19  40
Vc   2.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 2.3 = 4.5 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 4.5 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is OK.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Mosque S.B.:-

The panel served loads equal 5 K.W.

5
I Load=  9.5
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 12.34 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 56 A "Laid in Ground ".
12.3
No. of parallel cables required =  0.21
56
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Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 9.5 A
L = 230 mt

5.191  9.5  230

Vc   11.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 11.3= 13.5 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 13.5 V which is not acceptable as
the maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable.

We use (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 9.5 A
L = 230 mt

3.094  9.5  230

Vc   6.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 6.7= 8.9 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.9 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Administration

Building S.B:-

The panel served loads equal 20 K.W.

20
I Load=  38
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 49.3 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X16) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 96 A "Laid in Ground".
49.3
No. of parallel cables required =  0.51
96

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Then, the cable is (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.982mV
Ib = 38 A
L = 160 mt

1.982  38  160
Vc   12 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 12 = 14.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 14.2 V which is not acceptable as
the maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 38 A
L = 160 mt

1.276  38 160
Vc   7.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 7.7 = 9.9 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.9 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Workshop &

Store S.B.:-

The panel served loads equal 10 K.W.

10
I Load=  19
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 24.7 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 74 A "Laid in Ground ".
24.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.33
74

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Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 19 A
L = 70 mt

3.094  19  70
Vc   4.1 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 4.1 = 6.3 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 6.3 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is O.K

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to External lighting

(SB2):-

The panel served loads equal 25 K.W.

25
I Load=  47.5
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 61.75 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X25) mm2, cu,

XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.

The cable withstands 127 A "Laid in Ground".

61.75
No. of parallel cables required =  0.4
127
Then, the cable is (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 47.5 A
L = 120 mt
1.276  47.5  120
Vc   7.2 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 7.2 = 9.4 V

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The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.4 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to External lighting

(SB1):-

The panel served loads equal 25 K.W.

25
I Load=  47.5
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 61.75 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X25) mm2, cu,

XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.

The cable withstands 127 A "Laid in Ground".

61.75
No. of parallel cables required =  0.4
127
Then, the cable is (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 47.5 A
L = 20 mt

1.276  47.5  20
Vc   1.2 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 1.2 = 3.4 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 3.4 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to thickener:-

According to power calculation, the Bridge motor with Power equal 3 K.W.
3
I Load=  5.7 
3  0.38  0.8

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 7.41 A

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The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 56 A "Laid in Ground ".
7.41
No. of parallel cables required =  0.13
56
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 5.7 A
L = 50 mt

5.191  5.7  50
Vc   1.5 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 1.5= 3.7 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 3.7 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Treated Water

Pump Motor:-

According to power calculation & approved technical offer, the motor with
power 200 K.W. (The starter is s.s)

200
I Load=  359.4
3  0.38  0.89  0.95

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 467.22 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X120+70) mm2,
cu, XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 245 A "Laid in Duct ".
467.22
No. of parallel cables required =  1.9
245
Then, the cable is 2(3X120+70) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for
each motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.337 mV
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Ib = 359.4/2 A (Current such pass in one cable of two).
L = 30 mt

0.337  359.4 / 2  30
Vc   1.8 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 1.8 = 4 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 4V which is acceptable as the

maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable is 2(3X120+70) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, Multi – core is O.K.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Aux. S.B:-

The panel served loads equal 30 K.W.

30
I Load=  57 
3  0.38  0.8

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 74 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X25) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 102 A "Laid in Duct ".
74
No. of parallel cables required =  0.72
102

Then, the cable is (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from Aux. S.B to Ventilators:-

According to power calculation the motor power of Ventilator equal

0.55K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

0.55
I Load=  1.57 
3  0.38  0.75  0.71
I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 2 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
2
No. of parallel cables required =  0.07
29

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Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.
 Calculation of cables from Aux. S.B to Dewatering
Pumps:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of pump equal 3KW.

(The starter is D.O.L)

3
I Load=  6.6
3  0.38  0.82  0.842

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 8.6 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
8.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.29
29
Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Calculation of cables from Aux. S.B to Crane:-

According to power calculation, the Crane With power 1.1 K.W.

1.1
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
PVC /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 30 A "Laid in Duct ".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
30
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, PVC /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from Aux. S.B to Sample Pumps:-

According to power calculation the motor power of pumps equal 0.75K.W.

(The starter is D.O.L)

0.75
I Load=  1.9
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 2.5 A

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The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
2.47
No. of parallel cables required =  0.06
36
Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Calculation of cables from Aux. S.B to Lighting S.B:-

Lighting Loads Approximately 10 K.W.

10
I Load=  20.25
3  0.38  0.75

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 26.3 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 60 A "Laid in Duct".
26.3
No. of parallel cables required =  0.4
60
Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Filter S.B.:-

According to power calculation & approved technical offer, the panel

served loads equal 267.6 KVA.

267.6
I Load=  406.5
3  0.38

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 528.45 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X150+70) mm2,
cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 335 A " Laid in Ground ".
528.45
No. of parallel cables required =  1.5
335
Then, the cable is 2(3X150+70) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.282 mV
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Ib = 406.5/2 A (Current such pass in one cable of two).
L = 130 mt

0.282  406.5 / 2 130

Vc   7.4 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 7.4 = 9.6 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.6 V which is not acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable 2(3X150+70) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not

suitable.

We use 2(3X185+95) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 0.241 mV
Ib = 406.5/2 A (Current such pass in one cable of two).
L = 130 mt

0.241 406.5 / 2 130

Vc   6.3 VOLT
1000

VFILTER = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 6.3 = 8.5 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.5 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable 2(3X185+95) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Backwash

Pump:-

According to power calculation & approved technical offer, the motor

power of Backwash Pump equal 30 K.W. (The starter is Y/Δ)

30
I Load=  57.3
3  0.38  0.86  0.925
Il
I∆ =  33
3
I Cable = I∆ x 1.3 ~43 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X16) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 75 A "Laid in duct".
43
No. of parallel cables required =  0.57
75

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Then, the cable is 2(4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.982 mV
Ib = 33 A
L = 20 mt
1.982  33  20
Vc   1.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 1.3 = 9.8 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.8 V which is not acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable 2(4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use 2(4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 33 A
L = 20 mt

1.276  33  20
Vc   0.8 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.8 = 9.3 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.3 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable 2(4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Air Blower:-

According to power calculation & approved technical offer, the motor

Power is 75 K.W. (the starter is a Y/Δ).

75
I Load=  139.6
3  0.38  0.87  0.938
Il
I∆ =  80.6
3

I Cable =I ∆ x 1.3 ~104.78 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X95+50) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core

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The cable withstands 210 A "Laid in duct ".
104.78
No. of parallel cables required =  0.49
210
Then, the cable is 2(3X95+50) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core , for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.394 mV
Ib = 80.6 A
L = 10 mt

0.394  80.6  10
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.3 = 8.8 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.8 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable 2(3X95+50) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Dewatering

Pump:-

According to power calculation, the motor Power is 3 K.W. (the starter is

D.O.L).

3
I Load=  6.73
3  0.38  0.82  0.826

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 8.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in duct ".
8.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.24
36
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 6.73 A
L = 15 mt

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 7.731  6.73  15
Vc   0.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.7 = 9.2 V

he voltage drop in this cable will be 9.2V which is acceptable as the

maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4)mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Ventilator:-

According to power calculation, the motor Power is 3 K.W. (the starter is

D.O.L).

3
I Load=  6.73
3  0.38  0.82  0.826

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 8.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in duct ".
8.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.24
36
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 6.73 A
L = 15 mt

7.731  6.73  15
Vc   0.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.7 = 9.2 V

he voltage drop in this cable will be 9.2V which is acceptable as the

maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4)mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

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  Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Sample Pump:-

According to power calculation the motor power of pumps equal 0.75K.W.

(The starter is D.O.L)

0.75
I Load=  1.9
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 2.5 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in duct ".
2.5
No. of parallel cables required =  0.06
36
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 1.9 A
L = 20 mt

7.731  1.9  20
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.3= 8.8 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.8 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Compressor:-

According to power calculation, the motor Power is 5 K.W. (The starter is

D.O.L).

5
I Load=  10.6
3  0.38  0.83  0.857

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 13.9 A

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The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in duct ".
13.9
No. of parallel cables required =  0.30
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to F.C.D:-

According to power calculation, the power of Filter control disk equal

1.5 K.W.

1.5
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.8
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE
/PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in duct".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.08
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each disk.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Filter Lighting:-

Lighting Loads Approximately 10 K.W.

10
I Load=  20.25
3  0.38  0.75

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 26.3 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 60 A "Laid in Duct".
26.3
No. of parallel cables required =  0.4
60
Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 20.25 A
L = 20 mt

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 3.094  20.25  20
Vc   1.25 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 1.25= 9.7 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.7 V which is not acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is not suitable.

We use (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 1.982 mV
Ib = 20.25 A
L = 20 mt

1.982  20.25  20
Vc   0.8 VOLT
1000

VCT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.8 = 9.3 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.3 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X16)mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Filter Crane:-

According to power calculation, the Crane With power 1.1 K.W.

1.1
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
PVC /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 30 A "Laid in Duct ".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
30
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, PVC /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from Filter S.B to Supernatant

S.B.:-

According to power calculation the panel served loads equal 52.5 KVA.

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 52.5
I Load=  79.8
3  0.38

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 103.6 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X70+35) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 180 A "Laid in duct ".
103.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.57
180
Then, the cable is (3X70+35) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.520 mV
Ib = 79.8 A
L = 15 mt

0.520  79.8  15
Vc   0.6 VOLT
1000

VSUPERNATANT = VFILTER +VC = 8.5+ 0.6 = 9.1 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.1 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (3X70+35) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Supernatant S.B. to Crane:-

According to power calculation, the Crane With power 1.1 K.W.

1.1
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
PVC /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 30 A "Laid in Duct ".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
30
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, PVC /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Sludge Pump

Station S.B.:-
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According to power calculation the panel served loads equal 19.56 KVA.

19.56
I Load=  29.73
3  0.38

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 38.6 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X16) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 96 A "Laid in Ground".
38.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.4
96
Then, the cable is (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.982mV
Ib = 29.73 A
L = 160 mt

1.982  29.73  160

Vc   9.4 VOLT
1000

VSLUDGE = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 9.4 = 11.6 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 11.6 V which is not acceptable as
the maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.
The cable (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 29.73 A
L = 160 mt

1.276  29.73  160

Vc   6 VOLT
1000

VSLUDGE = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 6 = 8.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Sludge Pump Station S.B to

Ventilators :-
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According to power calculation, the motor Power is 0.25 K.W. (the starter
is D.O.L).

0.25
I Load=  0.79
3  0.38  0.74  0.65

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 1 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
1
No. of parallel cables required =  0.03
29
Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for
each ventilator.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 13.197 mV
Ib = 0.79 A
L = 30 mt

13.197  0.79  30
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VSLUDGE +VC = 8.2+ 0.3= 8.5 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.5 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Sludge Pump Station S.B to

Lighting S.B.:-

Lighting Loads Approximately 2 K.W.

2
I Load=  4
3  0.38  0.75

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 5.2 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in Duct ".

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 5.2
No. of parallel cables required =  0.14
36
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 4 A
L = 10 mt

7.731  4  10
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VSLUDGE +VC = 8.2+ 0.3= 8.5 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.5 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Sludge Pump Station S.B to

Crane:-

According to power calculation, the Crane With power 1.1 K.W.

1.1
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
PVC /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 30 A "Laid in Duct ".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
30
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, PVC /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Main Clarifier

S.B (Erected beside distribution shaft):-

According to power calculation, the panel served loads equal 52.3 K.V.A.

52.3
I Load=  79.5
3  0.38

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 103.35 A

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The cross section area of the cable will be selected (3X70+35) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core
The cable withstands 220 A " Laid in Ground ".
103.35
No. of parallel cables required =  0.46
220

Then, the cable is (3X70+35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 0.520 mV
Ib = 79.5
L = 220 mt

0.520  79.5  220

Vc   9 VOLT
1000

VCLARIFIER = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 9 = 11.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 11.2 V which is not acceptable as
the maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (3X70+35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (3X120+70) mm2, cu XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 0.337 mV
Ib = 79.5
L = 220 mt

0.337  79.5  220

Vc   5.8 VOLT
1000

VCLARIFIER = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 5.8 = 8 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8 V which is acceptable as the

maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (3X120+70) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Main Clarifier S.B to Flash

mixer:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of Flash mixer equal

3 K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

3
I Load=  6.95
3  0.38  0.81  0.81
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I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 9 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 56 A "Laid in Ground ".
9
No. of parallel cables required =  0.16
56
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 6.95 A
L = 20 mt

5.191  9.5  40
Vc   0.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCLARIFIER +VC = 8+ 0.7 = 8.7 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.7 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Main Clarifier S.B to Sample

Pump:-

According to power calculation the motor power of pumps equal 0.75K.W.

(The starter is D.O.L)
0.75
I Load=  1.9
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 2.5 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
2.5
No. of parallel cables required =  0.08
29

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Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 13.197 mV
Ib = 1.9 A
L = 30 mt

13.197  1.9  30
Vc   0.75 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCLARIFIER +VC = 8+ 0.75= 8.75 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.75 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Main Clarifier S.B to Clarifier

Panel:-

The panel served loads equal 20.96 KVA.

20.96
I Load=  31.85
3  0.38
I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 41.4 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X16) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 75 A "Laid in duct".
41.4
No. of parallel cables required =  0.55
75
Then, the cable is (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.982 mV
Ib = 31.85 A
L = 30 mt

1.982  31.85  30
Vc   1.8 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCLARIFIER +VC = 8+ 1.8 = 9.8 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.8 V which is not acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.
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The cable (4X16) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 1.276 mV
Ib = 31.85 A
L = 40 mt

1.276  31.85  30
Vc   1.2 VOLT
1000

VCLARIFIER PANEL = VCLARIFIER +VC = 8+ 1.2 = 9.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Clarifier Panel to Slow

Mixer:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of slow mixer equal

3 K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

3
I Load=  6.73
3  0.38  0.82  0.826

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 8.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE
/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in Duct ".
8.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.19
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 6.73 A
L = 5 mt

5.191 6.73  5
Vc   0.17 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCLARIFIER PANEL +VC = 9.2+ 0.17 = 9.37 V

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The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.37 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Clarifier Panel to Scraper:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of scraper equal

2.2 K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

2.2
I Load=  4.93
3  0.38  0.82  0.826

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 6.4 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE
/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in Duct ".
6.4
No. of parallel cables required =  0.14
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 4.93 A
L = 10 mt

5.191 4.93 10

Vc   0.25 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCLARIFIER PANEL +VC = 9.2+ 0.25 = 9.45 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.45 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Chemical S.B.:-

According to power calculation the panel served loads equal 25.73 KVA.

25.73
I Load=  39.1
3  0.38

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I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 50.8 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X25) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 127 A "Laid in Ground".
39.1
No. of parallel cables required =  0.3
127
Then, the cable is (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.276mV
Ib = 39.1 A
L = 190 mt

1.276  39.1  190

Vc   9.4 VOLT
1000

VCT = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 9.4 = 11.6 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 11.6 V which is not acceptable as
the maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (4X35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 0.955 mV
Ib = 39.1 A
L = 190 mt
0.955  39.1  190
Vc   7 VOLT
1000

VCHEMICAL = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 7 = 9.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chemical S.B to Dosing

Pump:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of Dosing Pump equal

1.5K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

1.5
I Load=  3.67 
3  0.38  0.79  0.785
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I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 4.7 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in Duct ".
4.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, is for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 5.191 mV
Ib = 3.67 A
L = 10 mt

5.191  3.67  10
Vc   0.2 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHEMICAL +VC = 9.2+ 0.2= 9.4 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.4 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chemical S.B to mixer:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of Mixer equal 3 K.W.

(The starter is D.O.L)

3
I Load=  6.73
3  0.38  0.81  0.81

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 8.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in Duct ".
8.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.19
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
mixer.
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  Calculation of cables from Chemical S.B to Elevator:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of elevator equal

2.2 K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)

2.2
I Load=  5.1
3  0.38  0.81  0.81

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 6.6 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X6) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 45 A "Laid in Duct ".
6.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.14
45
Then, the cable is (4X6) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for motor.

 Calculation of cables from Chemical S.B to Lighting

S.B:-

Lighting Loads Approximately 5 K.W.

5
I Load=  10.12
3  0.38  0.75

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 13.156 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 60 A "Laid in Duct".
13.156
No. of parallel cables required =  0.2
60
Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 10.12 A
L = 10 mt

3.094  10.12  10
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHEMICAL +VC = 9.2+ 0.3= 9.5 V

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The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.5 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from M.L.T.S.B to Chlorination
S.B.:-

According to power calculation the panel served loads equal 39.8 KVA.

39.8
I Load=  60.46
3  0.38

I Cable =I Load x 1.3 ~ 78.6 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X25) mm2, cu,
XLPE/STA/PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 127 A "Laid in Ground".
78.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.6
127
Then, the cable is (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 1.276mV
Ib = 60.46 A
L = 100 mt

1.276  60.46  100

Vc   7.7 VOLT
1000

VCHLORINE = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 7.7 = 9.9 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 9.9 V which is not acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X25) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is not suitable

We use (4X35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core

Vm = 0.955 mV
Ib = 60.46 A
L = 100 mt
0.955  60.46  100
Vc   5.7 VOLT
1000

VCHLORINE = VMLTSB +VC = 2.2+ 5.7 = 7.9 V

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The voltage drop in this cable will be 7.9 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X35) mm2, cu, XLPE/STA/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Pre &

Post Booster Pumps:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of Pre & Post Booster
Pump equal 3 K.W. (The starter is D.O.L)
3
I Load=  6.73
3  0.38  0.82  0.826

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 8.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in Duct ".
8.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.24
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Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core for each motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 6.73 A
L = 10 mt

7.731  6.73  10
Vc   0.5 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.5= 8.4 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.4 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Caustic

Soda Pump:-

According to power calculation , the Motor power of Pump equal 2.2 K.W
(The starter is D.O.L)
2.2
I Load=  5.09
3  0.38  0.81  0.81

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 6.6 A

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The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in Duct ".
6.6
No. of parallel cables required =  0.18
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Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core for each motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 5.09 A
L = 10 mt

7.731  5.09  10
Vc   0.4 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.4= 8.3 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.3 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to

Ventilators:-

According to power calculation, the motor Power is 0.25 K.W. (the starter
is D.O.L).

0.25
I Load=  0.79
3  0.38  0.74  0.65

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 1 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
1
No. of parallel cables required =  0.03
29
Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for
each ventilator.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 13.197 mV

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Ib = 0.79 A
L = 30 mt

13.197  0.79  30
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000
VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.3= 8.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Blower:-

According to power calculation, the motor power of Blower equal 4 KW

(The starter is D.O.L)

4
I Load=  8.8
3  0.38  0.82  0.842

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 11.44 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in Duct ".
11.44
No. of parallel cables required =  0.3
36
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core for each motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 8.8 A
L = 10 mt

7.731  8.8  10
Vc   0.7 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.7= 8.6 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.6 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Mixer:-

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According to power calculation, the motor power of Mixer equal 1.5 KW
(The starter is D.O.L)

1.5
I Load=  3.67 
3  0.38  0.79  0.785
I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 4.7 A
The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 36 A "Laid in Duct ".
4.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.13
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Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core for each motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 7.731 mV
Ib = 3.67 A
L = 10 mt

7.731  3.67  10
Vc   0.3 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.3= 8.2 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.2 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X4) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Sample

Pump:-

According to power calculation the motor power of pumps equal 0.75K.W.

(The starter is D.O.L)

0.75
I Load=  1.9
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 2.5 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X2.5) mm2, cu,
XLPE /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 29 A "Laid in Duct ".
2.5
No. of parallel cables required =  0.08
29
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Then, the cable is (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE /PVC, multi – core, for each
motor.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 13.197 mV
Ib = 1.9 A
L = 30 mt

13.197  1.9  30
Vc   0.75 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.75= 8.65 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.65 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X2.5) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Crane:-

According to power calculation, the Crane With power 1.1 K.W.

1.1
I Load=  2.8
3  0.38  0.77  0.762

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 3.7 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X4) mm2, cu,
PVC /PVC, Multi – core.
The cable withstands 30 A "Laid in Duct ".
3.7
No. of parallel cables required =  0.1
30
Then, the cable is (4X4) mm2, cu, PVC /PVC, multi – core.

 Calculation of cables from Chlorination S.B to Lighting

S.B:-

Lighting Loads Approximately 7.5 K.W.

7.5
I Load=  15.2
3  0.38  0.75

I Cable =I load x 1.3 ~ 19.76 A

The cross section area of the cable will be selected (4X10) mm2, cu,
XLPE/PVC, Multi – core.

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The cable withstands 60 A "Laid in Duct".
19.76
No. of parallel cables required =  0.3
60
Then, the cable is (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core.

 Voltage drop check:-

Vm = 3.094 mV
Ib = 15.2 A
L = 20 mt

3.094  15.2  20
Vc   0.94 VOLT
1000

VCT = VCHLORINE +VC = 7.9+ 0.94= 8.84 V

The voltage drop in this cable will be 8.84 V which is acceptable as the
maximum permissible for the circuit is 9.5 V.

The cable (4X10) mm2, cu, XLPE/PVC, multi – core is ok.

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ENG/ SAMEH SELIM

ENG/ MAHMOUD ELSAID
10 / 6 / 2010

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