10.09.2020

Why does the circuit breaker trip when power is supplied?

The circuit breaker may trip when power is supplied due to:

The circuit breaker has a current rating that is too low:

  • Short circuit between phases of the power supply or a ground fault in the power supply.
  • The rectifier bridge is damaged, causing a short circuit between phases.
  • Power supply cables are in contact.
  • The power supply cables from the circuit breaker to the VFD are too long, causing excessive leakage current..

Possible solutions:

  • Replace the appropriate circuit breaker with a suitable one
  • Isolate and rectify the power supply cables to address the short circuit issue
  • Shorten the distance of the power supply cables from the circuit breaker to the VFD or add a reactor to mitigate leakage current
  • Contact the supplier for assistance

Make sure to check the power supply and the rectifier bridge of the VFD and reach out to the supplier for the best support.