If the motor terminal has six terminals in the terminal box, then it can be connected either in delta or star. If there are only 3 terminal wires then the motor can not be connected in star.(it means that the motor is designed to be connected in delta only)
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If a motor is connected in a star configuration it will operate at a slower speed. This is the working process that a star delta starter operates on. At first through the starter the motor starts in the star connection. When the motor gets up to its highest speed in that connection it times a timer out , the star starter drops out and the delta starter pulls in and then connects the motor in the delta connection. This allows more voltage to be applied to the motor and it then speeds up to its nameplate rated RPM.
In star, a motor is connected with 415V across 2 phases, which means Line voltage is 240V (415 / 1.7ish) In delta theres 415 across each phase, therefore I = much higher according to Ohms law (I = V/R) Hypothetically; load of 24ohms connected on the motor In star; I = 240 / 24 = 10A In delta I = 415 / 24 = 17.2A Hope this helps a little
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The change over time will vary with the type of motor, size of motor and the connected load to the motor. The time should be adjusted so that the motor is up to speed and stabilized at the star speed. It is at this point that the change to delta should take place. One thing to note is, do not leave the motor running is the star position any longer that it needs to.
The 12 lead motor is a very versatile motor and can be connected in numerous ways. It is a dual speed motor and can be wired as star delta. If you are interested, start a Discussion Page and I will see if I can help you.