Kapp’s Regulation

Kapp had designed a diagram shown in Figure 1.42 to determine the regulation at any power factor. The description of…

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Losses In A Transformer

Two types of losses occur in a transformer: Core loss or iron loss occurs in a transformer because it is…

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Open Circuit Test Or No-Load Test

Figure 1.35 Open Circuit Test From this test, we can determine core loss and no-load current (I0) of the transformer. Figure…

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Parallel Operation Of Single-Phase Transformer

It is required to connect a second transformer in parallel with the first transformer if the load exceeds the rating…

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All-Day Efficiency

The ratio of output in watts to input in watts is called commercial efficiency of a transformer. Distribution transformers are used for…

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Basic Terms In Electrical Machine

INDUCED EMF An emf is induced in the conductor either (i) dynamically or (ii) statically. In the first case, the…

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Buchholz Relay

Figure 1.19 shows Buchholz relay having two elements mounted in a small chamber. It is located in the pipe connection…

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Calculation For Voltage Regulation

The voltage regulation up is expressed mathematically by Positive sign is for lagging power factor and negative sign is for…

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Concentric Windings In Transformer

Figure 1.10 Concentric Windings Concentric windings are classified into four following groups: (i) Spiral windings. (ii) Helical windings. (iii) Cross-over windings.…

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Conservator And Breather

Satisfactory operation of a transformer solely depends on the condition of the oil. It is required to keep the oil…

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