What's the difference between a distribution and a power transformer?
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Both power and distribution transformers are used for T&D
applications (transmission & distribution). The difference between power and distribution transformers refers to size & A1 input voltage. Distribution transformers vary between 25 kVA and 10 MVA, with input voltage between 1 and 36 kV. Power transformers are typically units from 5 to 500 MVA, with input voltage above 36 kV.
Transformers are classified as two categories: power
transformers and distribution transformers. Power transformers are used in transmission network of higher voltages, deployed for step-up and step down transformer application (400 kV, 200 kV, 110 kV, 66 kV, 33kV) Distribution transformers are used for lower voltage distribution networks as a means to end user connectivity. (11kV, 6.6 kV, 3.3 kV, 440V, 230V)
the main difference between power and distribution
transformer is, distribution transf. is designed for max. efficiency at 60% to 70% load as normally doesnt operate at full load all the time. Its load depends on distribution demand. Where as power transf. is designed for max. effi. at 100% load as it always runs at 100% load being near to generating station. power transformer?