11 kW to Amps at 600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy)
Exact current (Amps), real power (kW), apparent power (kVA), mechanical horsepower (HP), breaker rating, and conductor size for 11 kW on a 600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy) circuit.
Line Current (0.85 PF)12.45 AAt 1.0 PF: 10.58 A
Active / Apparent Power11.0 kW12.94 kVA · 6.82 kVAR
Recommended Breaker16 A (NEC)13 A (IEC Nominal)
Recommended Copper Wire14 AWGIEC Metric: 1.5 mm²
Engineering Breakdown for 11 kW at 600V
| Input Rating | 11 kW (600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy)) |
| Amperage at 0.85 Power Factor (Industrial Motor/Transformer) | 12.45 Amps |
| Amperage at 1.00 Power Factor (Resistive Load) | 10.58 Amps |
| Real Power (kW / Watts) | 11.0 kW (11,000 W) |
| Apparent Power (kVA) & Reactive Power (kVAR) | 12.94 kVA / 6.82 kVAR |
| Equivalent Mechanical Horsepower (HP) | 14.75 HP |
| NEC 125% Continuous Circuit Breaker | 16 A |
| Minimum Copper Conductor (100 ft / 30 m, ≤3% Drop) | 14 AWG (NEC) / 1.5 mm² (IEC) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many amps is 11 kW at 600V (3-Phase)?
At 600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy), 11 kW equals 12.45 Amps at an industrial power factor of 0.85 (or 10.58 Amps at unity power factor 1.0).
What size breaker and wire is needed for 11 kW at 600V?
For 12.45A continuous load, NEC requires a 125% rated breaker of 16A with 14 AWG copper conductors, while IEC standard sizing uses a 13A breaker with 1.5 mm² copper cable.
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