Power Transformers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
VPS36-3600 Triad Magnetics	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 130VA CHAS MT	15
F-225X Triad Magnetics	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 50.4VA CHAS	19
R8313NLT PulseR (iNRCORE	TRANSFORMER PLANAR 240UH	0
363AX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 32VA CHAS MT	4
278CX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 454VA CHAS MT	4
182F240 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR TORO 80VA CHAS MT	0
3FL12-475 Tamura	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 6VA TH	0
186D20 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 30VA CHAS MT	33
F-252U Triad Magnetics	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 56VA CHAS MT	153
A41-175-20 Signal Transformer	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 175VA CHAS MT	0
369BX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 39VA CHAS MT	3
VPP36-140 Triad Magnetics	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 5VA TH	63755133
1182K110 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR TORO 160VA CHAS MT	44
SLT-450 Signal Transformer	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 450VA CHAS MT	0
187D36 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 30.6VA CHAS	5
187A16 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 2.4VA CHAS MT	42
266GD24 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 16.8VA CHAS	5
A41-43-16L Signal Transformer	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 43VA CHAS MT	0
FS24-500-C2 Triad Magnetics	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 12VA TH	980
R8247NL PulseR (iNRCORE	TRANSFORMER PLANAR 215UH	0

Power Transformers

1. Overview

Power transformers are static electrical devices that transfer energy between circuits through electromagnetic induction. They enable voltage conversion (step-up/step-down) while maintaining galvanic isolation. These components are fundamental in power distribution systems, renewable energy integration, and industrial equipment, ensuring efficient energy transmission and voltage level adaptation.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Distribution Transformers	Medium voltage conversion (1kV-36kV), compact design	Urban power grids, residential areas
Transmission Transformers	High voltage (66kV-800kV), grid stability focus	Substations, long-distance power lines
Instrument Transformers	Measurement and protection (CT/VT types)	Energy metering, relay protection
Specialty Transformers	Custom configurations (furnace, traction, marine)	Industrial furnaces, railway systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes:

Core: Grain-oriented silicon steel laminations for magnetic flux path
Windings: Primary/secondary copper/aluminum coils with insulation layers
Insulation: Mineral oil, synthetic esters, or solid materials (e.g., epoxy)
Cooling System: Radiator tanks, fans, or forced-oil circulation
Tap Changer: On-load/off-load voltage regulation mechanism
Protection: Buchholz relay, pressure relief valves, temperature sensors

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Rated Voltage	230V-800kV	Determines system compatibility
Power Capacity	50kVA-1000MVA	Defines energy throughput
Voltage Ratio	1:1 to 1:20	Specifies transformation ratio
Efficiency	95%-99.5%	Impacts operational costs
Short Circuit Impedance	4%-20%	Affects fault current limitation
Insulation Class	A (105 C) to C (220 C)	Determines thermal endurance

5. Application Areas

Major sectors include:

Electricity distribution networks (urban/rural)
Renewable energy systems (wind/solar grid-tied inverters)
Industrial machinery (CNC, smelters, compressors)
Railway traction systems (15kV-25kV conversion)
Data centers (HVDC conversion systems)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Siemens Energy	Blue Transformers	Environmentally friendly synthetic ester insulation
Asea Brown Boveri (ABB)	550kV UHV Transformer	500kV DC transmission capability
General Electric (GE)	Premier Series	Smart monitoring with Predictivity analytics
Mitsubishi Electric	330MVA Traction Transformer	Compact design for Shinkansen trains

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Voltage levels (primary/secondary requirements)
Load profile (continuous vs. intermittent duty)
Cooling requirements (ONAN/ONAF/OFAF modes)
Environmental conditions (temperature, altitude, seismic zones)
Protection features (IP rating, fire resistance)
Smart grid compatibility (IoT sensor integration)

Case Study: Wind farm grid connection selected 33/132kV ONAF-cooled transformer with 12% impedance to meet fault ride-through requirements.

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions:

Smart transformers with real-time monitoring (IEEE C57.163 compliant)
Amorphous metal core adoption (50% core loss reduction)
Hydrogen-cooled systems for offshore applications
Modular solid-state transformer (SST) prototypes (DOE GRID DATA initiative)
Increased demand for 132kV+ mobile transformers in disaster recovery

Market forecasts indicate 6.2% CAGR through 2030, driven by grid modernization and EV charging infrastructure expansion.