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Provisions of EPAct 2005 & CFR 10
z Establishes NEMA TP-2 as the testing method to
measure the efficiency of distribution
transformers.
z Establishes NEMA TP-3 as the labeling method
to identify NEMA TP-1 compliant transformers.
Definitions
z EPAct 2005 includes the following definitions:
Distribution Transformer
Ê Has an input voltage of 34.5 KV or less;
Ê Has an output voltage of 600 V or less; and
Ê Is rated for operation at 60 Hz
Low Voltage Dry-Type Transformer is a
distribution transformer that:
Ê Has an input voltage of 600 V or less;
Ê Is air-cooled; and
Ê Does not use oil as a coolant
Ê Note: K-factor and Harmonic Mitigating Transformers
ARE included in the scope of EPAct 2005!
Definitions
z Transformer is a device consisting of 2 or
more coils of insulated wire that transfers
alternating current by electromagnetic
induction from 1 coil to another to change the
original voltage or current value.
z Manufacture is defined as to manufacture,
produce, assemble, or import.
What is not included in EPAct 2005
z Medium-voltage and High-voltage transformers
are not currently included in the Federal
legislation
z Definition of distribution transformer specifically
EXCLUDES
Transformers rated less than 15 kVA, transformers with a tap
range greater than 20%, drive transformers, rectifier
transformers, autotransformers, UPS transformers, special
impedance transformers, regulating transformers, sealed and
non-ventilated transformers, machine tool transformers, welding
transformers, grounding transformers, testing transformers, and
any transformers excluded by the Secretary.
What does all of this mean to the
Electrical Industry in the U.S.?
z Transformer manufacturers are prohibited by Federal law
from manufacturing transformers that do not meet the
required efficiency levels as of January 1, 2007.
z Transformers manufactured prior to January 1, 2007 will
quickly be consumed.
z Compliant transformers are significantly more costly than
“standard” transformers
Initial cost to purchase distribution transformers will increase
significantly.
The initial cost difference will be offset multiple times by the
energy savings the owner realizes.
Eaton’s Solutions
z Eaton manufactures a complete offering of
NEMA TP-1 compliant and Energy Star® labeled
transformers that comply with the new law.
Single-Phase and Three-Phase ventilated models
K-1, K-4, K-13, K-20, K-30 K-factor ratings
150°C, 115°C, and 80°C temperature rise
Aluminum or Copper windings
All standard options such as reduced sound levels,
electrostatically shielded, stainless steel enclosures,
any 600 V class primary and secondary voltages.
What Needs to be Done Now?
z Consultants and Specifiers need to be updating their
standard specifications to include EPAct 2005/CFR 10
Part 431 compliant efficient transformers.
Be sure to verify dimensions of compliant transformers; in some
instances they will have larger footprints!
z Anyone who quotes projects needs to be conscious of
the required on-site date of the distribution transformers.
Quote NEMA TP-1 efficient models for all projects that aren’t
expected to ship until sometime in 2007.
Remember, it is illegal for manufacturers to produce non-
compliant transformers after January 1, 2007, so there is a good
change that the supply of non-compliant models manufactured
pre-2007 will quickly be consumed.
What Needs to be Done NOW?
z Eaton has a complete line of NEMA TP-1
compliant transformers that fulfill the
requirements of 10 CFR Part 431.
They are available now.
The most common models are stocked across the
country.
z Contact your local Eaton Sales Representative if
you have any questions about the new law or
Eaton’s product offering.