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Copper loss refers to energy lost in form of heat due to the resistance of the copper wire in an electrical device or system. It is an important factor to consider when designing and operating. Check FAQs
Pcu=Ia2Ra
Pcu - Copper Loss?Ia - Armature Current?Ra - Armature Resistance?

Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator Example

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101.8725Edit=1.7Edit235.25Edit
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Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Pcu=Ia2Ra
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Pcu=1.7A235.25Ω
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Pcu=1.7235.25
LAST Step Evaluate
Pcu=101.8725W

Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator Formula Elements

Variables
Copper Loss
Copper loss refers to energy lost in form of heat due to the resistance of the copper wire in an electrical device or system. It is an important factor to consider when designing and operating.
Symbol: Pcu
Measurement: PowerUnit: W
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Armature Current
Armature Current is defined as the current developed in the armature of an electrical DC generator due to movement of rotor.
Symbol: Ia
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Armature Resistance
Armature Resistance is the ohmic resistance of the copper winding wires plus the brush resistance in an electrical generator.
Symbol: Ra
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Copper Loss

​Go Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator
Pcu=Ish2Rsh

Other formulas in Losses category

​Go Stray Losses of DC Shunt Generator given Converted Power
Pstray=Pin-Pm-Pcore-Pconv
​Go Core Losses of DC Shunt Generator given Converted Power
Pcore=Pin-Pm-Pconv-Pstray

How to Evaluate Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?

Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator evaluator uses Copper Loss = Armature Current^2*Armature Resistance to evaluate the Copper Loss, Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator is variable and depends upon the amount of loading of the machine. Copper loss is the term often given to heat produced by electrical currents. Copper Loss is denoted by Pcu symbol.

How to evaluate Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator, enter Armature Current (Ia) & Armature Resistance (Ra) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator

What is the formula to find Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
The formula of Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator is expressed as Copper Loss = Armature Current^2*Armature Resistance. Here is an example- 101.8725 = 1.7^2*35.25.
How to calculate Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
With Armature Current (Ia) & Armature Resistance (Ra) we can find Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator using the formula - Copper Loss = Armature Current^2*Armature Resistance.
What are the other ways to Calculate Copper Loss?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Copper Loss-
  • Copper Loss=Shunt Field Current^2*Shunt Field ResistanceOpenImg
Can the Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator be negative?
Yes, the Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator, measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator can be measured.
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