Power Transformers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CE1000MH SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 1000VA CHAS	3
HS5F3AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 3000VA CHAS	21
HS1F1BS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 1000VA CHAS	13
E100E SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 100VA CHAS MT	52
HSS14F3CS-CE SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 3000VA CHAS	0
E150JN SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 150VA CHAS MT	0
HT1F9AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED CHAS MT	0
HT3F3AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 3000VA CHAS	0
K13E2H112S SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED CHAS MT	0
E300WA SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 300VA CHAS MT	0
HZ122000A SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 2000VA CHAS	0
HS14F3BS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 3000VA CHAS	9
E500JL SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 500VA CHAS MT	0
CE1500MC SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 1500VA CHAS	0
HTS5F30AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 30000VA CHAS	0
HSS10F10AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 10000VA CHAS	0
HZ1000R SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 1000VA CHAS	0
K4E2H112S SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED CHAS MT	0
HT6F3AS SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 3000VA CHAS	0
E350WB SolaHD	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 350VA CHAS MT	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.