Power Transformers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
226R Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR SEMI-TORO 20VA TH	2
BD2G Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 20VA CHAS MT	42
160G12 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 10VA TH	24
160F24 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 4.4VA TH	12
260K Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 197VA CHAS MT	3
186E56 Hammond Manufacturing	XFRMR LAMINATED 56VA CHAS MOUNT	19
160E56 Hammond Manufacturing	XFRMR LAMINATED 1.2VA THRU HOLE	50
167L80 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 160VA CHAS MT	2
164G120 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 12VA TH	40
167V7 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 157.5VA CHAS	4
266S6 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 63VA CHAS MT	8
374BX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 200VA CHAS MT	2
162F120 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 6VA TH	26
300BX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 280VA CHAS MT	2
160G20 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 10VA TH	31
183E36 Hammond Manufacturing	XFRMR LAMINATED 2.5VA THRU HOLE	13
182G110 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR TORO 50VA CHAS MT	0
160F12 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 1.2VA TH	30
262D6 Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED 12VA CHAS MT	3
290EEX Hammond Manufacturing	PWR XFMR LAMINATED CHAS MT	2

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.