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Transformer Question

03/30/2018 2:09 PM

I need to know if I can get this kind of 3 ph. transformer:

Primary 138kv

Secondary 13.8kv/25kv

The idea is the hydro uses 13.8kv for distribution voltage, but in the future there is a consideration to move the distribution voltage to 25kv. I am wondering if this would be possible with out changing the power transformer, if we get the transformer that would have a secondary 13.8 and 25kv voltages. Currently we will use 13.8 and in the future upgrade the cables and use 25kv.

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Re: Transformer

03/30/2018 2:51 PM

Without knowing the ratings, impedances, and vector group of the transformer and the system/protective relaying to which it will be connected; it's only a guess.

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Re: Transformer

03/30/2018 4:01 PM

Sorry not to give some details

size 30/40/50 MVA

Z%=7.5

DY1

solidly grounded

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03/30/2018 2:52 PM

The best way to determine that is to contact some transformer manufacturers. You don't say where you are located in the world, but there are multiple manufacturers of large power transformers, and they probably have done something like that. You also don't tell what rating the transformer must be (kVA or MVA size) and if the windings should be delta or wye configuration. I have seen smaller power transformers that have reconfigurable secondary windings that allow multiple voltages. However, there may be capacity limitations at some of the voltage taps - that's something to discuss with the manufacturer. I suspect it mostly depends on how much you are willing to pay...

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03/30/2018 3:03 PM

You can maybe just add a step-up transformer....

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Re: Transformer Question

03/31/2018 11:42 PM

You said:

"Currently we will use 13.8 and in the future upgrade the cables and use 25kv."

It seems to me you have already your 138/13.8 kV transformer. For the future if you'll need any way another transformer order a standard 138/25 kV one. This will be cheaper I think.

If the future means over 10-15 years then you will need a new transformer, probably.

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