C-Rise Insulation Options for Dry Type Transformers
Because transformers convert power into higher or lower voltages, they generate heat as a byproduct. This heat causes increased temperatures in the transformer’s internal components, including the primary and secondary windings. A transformer’s temperature rise — or C-rise — is the average temperature of the windings in Celsius over the surrounding temperature when the transformer […]
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Warranties for Dry Type Transformers
Transformer manufacturers help meet the power needs of many applications for a broad industry range. Choosing a reliable manufacturer can ensure your transformers adhere to design specifications, deliver to you on time and provide long life spans. The most reputable transformer manufacturers stand above the competition by offering some of the industry’s most comprehensive product […]
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Types of Conductors Used in Dry Type Transformers
Dry type transformers usually contain windings — or coils — that act as conductors. Transformer builds typically have primary windings and secondary windings. The primary windings create input power flow, while the secondary windings convert the power and transmit it to the load through input leads. Transformers with disc windings have conductors wound on the […]
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How Long Do Dry Type Transformers Last?
Dry type transformers use circulating air to protect the internal components from overheating, unlike oil-filled units that use oil as a cooling medium. Dry type units work exceptionally well for indoor operation because they contain nothing flammable, making them a perfect choice for commercial and industrial applications requiring high fire protection. Generally, if maintenance personnel […]
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Average Lead Times of Padmount Transformers in 2023
Supply chain challenges have resulted in widespread disruptions since mission-critical processes rely on delayed materials sourcing and manufacturing procedures. Padmount transformers are among these critical systems that often face long lead times for new units. When your existing system stops functioning, these lead times can set your operation back. Understanding lead times for 2023 can […]
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Average Lead Times of Dry Type Transformers in 2023
Disruptions to the national supply chain have increased lead times across industries. For mission-critical systems, like transformers, these long lead times can cause undue downtime. It’s important to understand the expected lead times for 2023 and how you can address transformer needs despite supply chain challenges. How Long Does It Take to Get a Dry […]
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How a High Quality Transformer Saves You Money in the Long Run
Every business decision should involve some long-term thinking. Spending more for a quality product can end up being a more cost-effective decision in many cases. You probably know this is true for plenty of things, but what about transformers? Not all transformers are created equal. Some transformers can drain you financially, while higher-quality ones can […]
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How Old (Reliable) is Your Transformer?
Your transformer may seem like an inert apparatus tucked away in a cabinet, but when energized it is a vibrant, living thing, transforming and feeding electrical power at 60 Hertz to your facility. In addition to metal windings and core it contains organic materials in the form of insulation, and like all living things, it […]
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Your ELSCO Transformer is an Investment in Quality
Replacing a failed transformer comes as an unwelcome surprise with an unanticipated and unavoidable cash outlay. Facilities managers are immediately faced with two urgent questions: “How soon can we get power back?” and “How much is this going to cost?” The answers will depend on some key decisions made in replacing the transformer, but the […]
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The Cost of Transformer Failure in Manufacturing
Recent surveys have reported the cost of a single hour of manufacturing downtime to be anywhere between $500,000 and $5 million, The survey participants were very large, high-volume manufacturers in automated industries such as automotive, steel, chemical and pharmaceuticals. The estimates of hourly downtime costs were reported by respondents to the surveys without definitions, supporting […]
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