"Rob" wrote in message
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Hi,

I have a 3000 rpm 11.8 KVA Fisher Panda generator that has both 1 and
3 phase outputs. I am looking to use the 3 phase output to power a 3
phase motor of around 10kW to drive a bow thruster in a barge at
approx 1500rpm. A colleagu has a Northern Lights 10KVA genset and
successfully powers a 9kW 3 phase motor in a similar set up. Would
appreciate any pointers - such as need for a capcitor bank to meet the
surge on starting.

Does the bow thruster actually pull rated power or not. Your 11.8KVA gen
equates to only 9.44 Kw, which if the motor it is supplying is over specced
for the job you should be ok. There will be quite a surge on switch on if
there is no speed control type apparatus.

Tim..


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