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What is a Voltage Transformer
Find out the different applications of voltage transformers
and how they work.
Selection of Voltage Transformers
Provides guidelines on how to size and select the right
voltage transformer for the application.
High
Voltage Transformers
These transformers are designed to handle large amounts of
electricity, usually from 600 - 5,000v.
Medium Voltage Transformers
Offers the most load diversity and is offered in a wide range
of configurations.
Low Voltage Transformers
Used most frequency in lighting applications. Are designed to
reduce 120 voltages down to 12 voltages.
Isolation Transformers
Applications and how isolation transformers are used to
protect equipment.
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Selection of Voltage Transformers

There are a
wide array of voltage transformers and each one does a specific job. The
most common one are the used in our electrical distribution system where
they are used to step-up and step-down power. But many companies use
transformers where applications match the voltage of a motor which does not
match their system. Voltage transformers are also used to isolated a
computer or solid state device from system voltage due to voltage drop in an
extremely long run of wire.
Many people get confused on what a voltage transformer can and cannot do.
Below is a table of some of those things.
| OPERATION |
YES |
NO |
| Change Voltage |
* |
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| Change Frequency |
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* |
| Convert single-phase to three phase |
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* |
| Protect Equipment (isolate line voltage
from load voltage) |
* |
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| Stabilize fluctuating line voltage
(constant voltage) |
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*see note |
| Compensate for voltage drop |
* |
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| Improve Power factor |
* |
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note:
There are special purpose constant voltage transformers that can do this.
Selection of
Voltage Transformers
When
selecting a voltage transformers you will need the following:
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What is
the voltage of the load? The voltage transformer must have an output
voltage which matches the load voltage.
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Is it
single-phase or three phase? Remember the transformer cannot change
phases. A three phase load must have a three-phase voltage transformer.
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What is
the power requirement for this load? you need to arrive at a KVA value.
If only amps are known, use the the following formulas or your supplier
can help you on choosing the right size voltage transformer.
Single-phase
KVA = Volts (loads) x Amps (load) 1000
Three-phase
KVA = Volts (loads) X Amps (loads) x 3 1000 where 3=1.732
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What is
the frequency of the load and line (hertz or Hz) Remember transformers
cannot change frequency.
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What is
the supply or source voltage? are primary taps required?
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Is there
a special temperature rise or insulation system requirement?
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If the
transformer to be installed inside or outside?
We
understand that you still might have questions regarding the selection of
your voltage transformer. TEMCo knowledgeable engineers will be
happy to answer any questions. TEMCo staff will help you in designing,
manufacturing, troubleshooting and engineering of your voltage transformers.
They understands the need for low cost, high quality voltage transformers
and can delivered in just a few days. Call TEMCo today at
1-800-613-2290
for all questions.
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Selection of a Voltage Transformer
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Looking for the
best Voltage Transformer the team at TEMCo can certainly help you. Call
today at:
1-800-613-2290
Step-Down Transformers
It is defined as a transformer that reduces or step-down
voltage.
Step-Up Transformers
A step-up transformer is designed where the secondary voltage
is greater than it's primary voltage and step-up the voltage.
Distribution
Transformers
Are categorized in dry-type or liquid-immersed type, and
available in single or three phase.
TEMCo Voltage Transformers
TEMCo is a leader in the Manufacturing of transformers and
has been in business for over 25 years.
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