1425 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 1425 kW on a 600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy) circuit.
Line Current (0.85 PF)1613.18 AAt 1.0 PF: 1371.21 A
Active / Apparent Power1425.0 kW1676.47 kVA · 883.14 kVAR
Recommended Breaker2500 A (NEC)2000 A (IEC Nominal)
Recommended Copper Wire3× 1000 kcmil (Parallel)IEC Metric: 3× 400 mm²
Engineering Breakdown for 1425 kW at 600V
| Input Rating | 1425 kW (600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy)) |
| Amperage at 0.85 Power Factor (Industrial Motor/Transformer) | 1613.18 Amps |
| Amperage at 1.00 Power Factor (Resistive Load) | 1371.21 Amps |
| Real Power (kW / Watts) | 1425.0 kW (1,425,000 W) |
| Apparent Power (kVA) & Reactive Power (kVAR) | 1676.47 kVA / 883.14 kVAR |
| Equivalent Mechanical Horsepower (HP) | 1910.96 HP |
| NEC 125% Continuous Circuit Breaker | 2500 A |
| Minimum Copper Conductor (100 ft / 30 m, ≤3% Drop) | 3× 1000 kcmil (Parallel) (NEC) / 3× 400 mm² (IEC) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many amps is 1425 kW at 600V (3-Phase)?
At 600V Three-Phase AC (Canada / Heavy), 1425 kW equals 1613.18 Amps at an industrial power factor of 0.85 (or 1371.21 Amps at unity power factor 1.0).
What size breaker and wire is needed for 1425 kW at 600V?
For 1613.18A continuous load, NEC requires a 125% rated breaker of 2500A with 3× 1000 kcmil (Parallel) copper conductors, while IEC standard sizing uses a 2000A breaker with 3× 400 mm² copper cable.
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