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Power Transformer Components: The Ultimate Guide

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Power transformers are integral to the efficient transmission and distribution of electrical power. This guide explores the components of a transformer, focusing on oil-immersed transformers, as exemplified by Zhejiang Shuntong Electric Co., Ltd.


What is a Power Transformer Made of?

A power transformer is a complex assembly of various materials and components, each playing a crucial role in its operation. The primary materials include:


  • Core Material: Typically made of high-grade silicon steel, which is laminated to reduce eddy current losses.

  • Insulation Material: Including paper, varnish, and other dielectric materials to prevent electrical breakdown.

  • Coiling Material: Copper or aluminum, used for winding the transformer due to their excellent conductivity.


What are the Components of a Transformer?

The main components of a power transformer are:


  1. Core: The core is the central part of the transformer, made of laminated silicon steel. It serves two primary functions:

  2. Conducting Magnetic Flux: The core provides a path for the magnetic flux generated by the primary winding.

  3. Minimizing Flux Leakage: It confines the magnetic flux to reduce losses and interference.

  4. Windings: The windings are the conductive parts that carry the electrical current. There are two types:

  5. Primary Winding: Connected to the input voltage source.

  6. Secondary Winding: Connected to the load, stepping down the voltage from the primary.

  7. Insulation: Insulation is critical for preventing electrical short circuits between windings and between windings and the core. It includes:

  8. Paper Insulation: Between layers of the winding.

  9. Varnish Insulation: For coating the windings and core.

  10. Tank: The tank houses the core and windings and is filled with insulating oil. It serves as:

  11. Insulation: The oil acts as an insulator and coolant.

  12. Cooling: It dissipates the heat generated during operation.

  13. Oil-filled Tank: In oil-immersed transformers, the tank is filled with insulating oil, which:

  14. Improves Insulation: Enhances the dielectric strength of the transformer.

  15. Cooling: Transfers heat from the windings to the tank walls for dissipation.

  16. Tap Changer: For transformers with variable output voltage, a tap changer adjusts the turns ratio to regulate the output voltage.

  17. Bushings: These are insulating devices that connect the transformer windings to external conductors.

  18. Cooling Equipment: Oil-immersed transformers may include cooling systems like radiators or fans to dissipate heat.


Understanding the components of a power transformer is essential for appreciating its functionality and reliability. Zhejiang Shuntong Electric Co., Ltd. demonstrates the importance of high-quality components in the manufacturing of oil-immersed transformers, ensuring their performance in diverse and demanding conditions.


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