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Transformer Impedance and kVAr Compensation

06/11/2009 12:20 PM

For calculating Transformer Impedence compenseting KVAR of 2000KVA Transformer

Transformer rating is 2000 KVA

Impedence of the transformer is : 6.25% (As per the vendor)

Let X be the total load in KW

So total load in KVA = KW/ P.F

Intial P.F is 0.8

Improved P.F should be = 0.99

Can any one let me know what is the base formula for calculating Transformer Impedence compenseting in KVAR

Transformer Impedence

compenseting in KVAR = =Square of loading of trans X %Z X Rating of Trans

Could any one the basic of the formula where it is derived from.


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Re: Transformer Impedance and kVAr Compensation

06/11/2009 8:23 PM

You need to add load to the transformer first. Your caps are installed to correct the load and not the transformer to the power factor you want.

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Re: Transformer Impedance and kVAr Compensation

06/15/2009 1:57 PM

Be careful correcting the transformer power factor to above 95%. You always want to remain in a lagging power factor. If you go past 100% you are in a leading power factor. The load determines power factor and loads can change as they switch on and off. good luck

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