The Code Requirements for Motor Disconnects Are Covered in
Every industrial site Ive been to you hardly see disconnects within sight of the the motor. A disconnecting means is required for each motor and it must be located in sight from the motor location and the driven machinery location 430102B1. Disconnecting Means For Motor And Air Conditioning Equipment Iaei Magazine The code requirements for motor disconnects are covered in. . It is important to have a good understanding of these requirements. The disconnect that is provided to meet the requirements of 430102A can also serve as the disconnect for the motor if it is located within sight from and not at a distance greater than 15 m 50 ft from the motor and equipment. Reference NEC 430102 B. The branch-circuit disconnecting means is permitted to serve as the controller for stationary motors of 18 hp or less that are normally left running and constructed to not be damaged by overload or failure to start such as by clock motors. ...