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M 3PHThree-phase AC motor: original educational illustration
Symbols

Three-phase AC motor

A three-phase AC motor is a load supplied from three documented phases. Its winding connections, protection and starter are recorded in the power schematic or linked motor data.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Power distribution
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A three-phase motor representation does not specify star or delta terminal links by itself.

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MThree-phase motor: original educational illustration
Symbols

Three-phase motor

A motor representation identifies an electrical machine operating as a load in the stated system arrangement. Connection count, motor type and additional winding or rotor detail can change the representation. Its nameplate and equipment schedule provide the selected machine data.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Power distribution
Reference family
IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

A contactor switches the motor circuit. Motor protection and short-circuit interruption may be provided by additional specified equipment.

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