Transformer Case Study

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6.1. Introduction:
Transformers are widely used in power systems and it is considered as the most essential component of every power system. A transformer is a static device that works on Faraday’s law of electromagnetic induction and it is used to transfer electrical energy from one circuit to another or in other words it is a device which is used for decreasing or increasing the voltage of an alternating current. Basically there are two types of transformer i.e. step up and step down transformer but in general transformers are classified in different ways, depending upon their use, purpose, construction etc. Therefore transformer sizing helps us to select an appropriate type of transformer based on the purpose and use of transformer for a particular application. …show more content…

Why we need transformer in power system?
We need transformers in power system because of several reasons one most important reason is that electricity is generated at low voltages and in receiving end we also need low voltages but due to the high cost of transmitting low voltages and high currents we use step up transformers to step up the low voltage into high voltages and low currents which will also reduced the I2R losses during transmission of electricity and at receiving side this high voltage is step down to low voltage by using step down transformer. …show more content…

Why calculation of transformer sizing is necessary in power system?
Transformer sizing is necessary so that the selected transformer is capable of supplying the power needed by the load and also it can bear the inrush current without being damaged.
6.2. General Method Of Transformer Sizing:
The general method of transformer sizing follows five basic steps that are: Collection of data about the source and the load. Determine the KVA, Amperes or wattage required by the load Calculate the transformer size based on inrush current Characterize the impedance of

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