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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=Ish2Rsh
Pcu - Copper Loss?Ish - Shunt Field Current?Rsh - Shunt Field Resistance?

Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator Example

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104.0625Edit=0.75Edit2185Edit
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Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator Solution

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

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Pcu=Ish2Rsh
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Pcu=0.75A2185Ω
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Pcu=0.752185
LAST Step Evaluate
Pcu=104.0625W

Shunt Field 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.
Shunt Field Current
Shunt field current is the current which flows through the shunt field windings. Shunt field current is an important parameter in the operation and control of DC motors.
Symbol: Ish
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Shunt Field Resistance
Shunt field resistance refers to the electrical resistance of the field winding in a shunt-wound DC motor or generator.
Symbol: Rsh
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Copper Loss

​Go Armature Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator
Pcu=Ia2Ra

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 Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?

Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator evaluator uses Copper Loss = Shunt Field Current^2*Shunt Field Resistance to evaluate the Copper Loss, Shunt Field 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 Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator, enter Shunt Field Current (Ish) & Shunt Field Resistance (Rsh) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator

What is the formula to find Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
The formula of Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator is expressed as Copper Loss = Shunt Field Current^2*Shunt Field Resistance. Here is an example- 104.0625 = 0.75^2*185.
How to calculate Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
With Shunt Field Current (Ish) & Shunt Field Resistance (Rsh) we can find Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator using the formula - Copper Loss = Shunt Field Current^2*Shunt Field Resistance.
What are the other ways to Calculate Copper Loss?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Copper Loss-
  • Copper Loss=Armature Current^2*Armature ResistanceOpenImg
Can the Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator be negative?
Yes, the Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator, measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator?
Shunt Field 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 Shunt Field Copper Loss for DC Shunt Generator can be measured.
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