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Line Losses is defined as the total losses occurring in an Overhead DC line when in use. Check FAQs
Ploss=2(I2)R
Ploss - Line Losses?I - Current Overhead DC?R - Resistance Overhead DC?

Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) Example

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107.632Edit=2(3.1Edit2)5.6Edit
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Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ploss=2(I2)R
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ploss=2(3.1A2)5.6Ω
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ploss=2(3.12)5.6
LAST Step Evaluate
Ploss=107.632W

Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) Formula Elements

Variables
Line Losses
Line Losses is defined as the total losses occurring in an Overhead DC line when in use.
Symbol: Ploss
Measurement: PowerUnit: W
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Current Overhead DC
Current Overhead DC is defined as the current flowing through the overhead ac supply wire.
Symbol: I
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Resistance Overhead DC
Resistance Overhead DC is defined as the property of the wire or line that opposes the flow of current through it.
Symbol: R
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Line Losses

​Go Line Losses using Volume of Conductor Material (DC 3-Wire)
Ploss=((P2)ρ(L2)V(Vm)2)
​Go Line Losses using Constant(DC 3-Wire)
Ploss=((P2)ρ(L2)K(Vm)2)
​Go Line Losses using Area of X-Section(DC 3-Wire)
Ploss=((P2)ρLA(Vm2))

Other formulas in Wire Parameters category

​Go Length using Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)
L=PlossA2(I2)ρ
​Go Area of X-Section using Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)
A=((I2)ρ)LPloss
​Go Volume of Conductor Material (DC 3-Wire)
V=((2.5)2)(I2)ρL2Ploss
​Go Area of X-Section using Volume of Conductor Material (DC 3-Wire)
A=V(2.5)L

How to Evaluate Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)?

Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) evaluator uses Line Losses = 2*(Current Overhead DC^2)*Resistance Overhead DC to evaluate the Line Losses, The Line Losses(DC 3-wire) formula is defined as a loss of electric energy due to the heating of line wires by the current. Line Losses is denoted by Ploss symbol.

How to evaluate Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Line Losses(DC 3-Wire), enter Current Overhead DC (I) & Resistance Overhead DC (R) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)

What is the formula to find Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)?
The formula of Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) is expressed as Line Losses = 2*(Current Overhead DC^2)*Resistance Overhead DC. Here is an example- 107.632 = 2*(3.1^2)*5.6.
How to calculate Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)?
With Current Overhead DC (I) & Resistance Overhead DC (R) we can find Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) using the formula - Line Losses = 2*(Current Overhead DC^2)*Resistance Overhead DC.
What are the other ways to Calculate Line Losses?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Line Losses-
  • Line Losses=(((Power Transmitted^2)*Resistivity*(Length of Wire DC^2))/(Volume of Conductor*(Maximum Voltage Overhead DC)^2))OpenImg
  • Line Losses=(((Power Transmitted^2)*Resistivity*(Length of Wire DC^2))/(Constant Overhead DC*(Maximum Voltage Overhead DC)^2))OpenImg
  • Line Losses=((Power Transmitted^2)*Resistivity*Length of Wire DC/(Area of Overhead DC Wire*(Maximum Voltage Overhead DC^2)))OpenImg
Can the Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) be negative?
Yes, the Line Losses(DC 3-Wire), measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Line Losses(DC 3-Wire)?
Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Line Losses(DC 3-Wire) can be measured.
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