INFOKUM
Vol. 14 No. 05 (2026): Infokum, 2026

Analysis of Compressor Motor Starting Current in a Block Ice Factory with Star-Delta Connection Using ETAP Software

Deo Talup Marjuki Purba (Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia)
Muhammad Erpandi Dalimunthe (Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia)
Zuraidah Tharo (Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Aug 2026

Abstract

The abstract should be written as a the three-phase induction motor in a block ice factory compressor has a high starting current, which can cause voltage drops and disruptions in the electrical power system. This study aims to analyze the starting current of the compressor motor using the Star-Delta method with the aid of ETAP software. The research method involved collecting technical data on the motor, transformer, and electrical distribution system, followed by conducting Motor Acceleration Analysis simulations in ETAP. The results show that the Star-Delta method is able to reduce the starting current compared to the Direct On Line (DOL) method, resulting in more stable system voltage and reduced disruptions in the distribution network. Furthermore, switching from a Star to Delta connection results in momentary current surges that remain within safe limits according to electrical power system standards. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of the Star-Delta method in improving the reliability of the electrical system in a block ice factory.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

infokum

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT

Description

The INFOKUM a scientific journal of Decision support sistem , expert system and artificial inteligens which includes scholarly writings on pure research and applied research in the field of information systems and information technology as well as a review-general review of the development of the ...