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    07/04/2023, 16:04 Dry Type Transformer Advantages | Power Transformers

    DRY TYPE TRANSFORMERS – FAQ AND


    ADVANTAGES

    Technological advances and improved manufacturing processes in recent years means


    that Dry Type Transformers now have many advantages in comparison to oil
    transformers, and are a cost effective and extremely reliable solution suitable to most
    environments.

     
    What is more commonly used as a winding material for
    dry type transformers – Copper (Cu) or Aluminum (Al)?
    ANSWER:  Aluminum is more commonly used for its thermal properties similar to the
    resin – this guarantees more suitable thermodynamic movement, which in turn has
    a positive impact on the expected lifespan of the transformer.

    Is Copper not a better winding material than


    Aluminum for Dry Type Transformers?
    ANSWER: Aluminum is better due the above-mentioned improved thermal
    properties.   This has a positive impact on the expected lifespan, and is part of the
    reason that we are offering an industry-best 2 Year Guarantee.

    Is the life expectancy of Copper wound transformers


    longer than Aluminum wound transformers?
    ANSWER: Given the same technical characteristics, it is the same for both.

    What is the life expectancy of Dry Type


    Transformers?
    ANSWER:   Generally speaking, it is a minimum of 25 years.  This is similar to Oil
    Type Transformers.  Transformers’ life expectancy is naturally dependent on
    operational conditions.

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    What percentage of dry type transformers that you


    manufacture is Copper wound vs Aluminum wound?
    ANSWER: 90% Aluminum vs 10% Copper.

    What is the guarantee period on your Dry Type


    Transformers?
    ANSWER:   We offer an industry-best full 2 Year Guarantee.

    Are there scenarios or applications where Copper


    wound transformers are more suitable than Aluminum
    wound units?
    ANSWER: In Dry Type Cast Resin Transformers, the only impact is on the Low Voltage
    Coils, and in particular to the thermal plates.  These are the only active parts that are
    exposed to atmospheric agents – the remaining parts are fully cast in epoxy resin or
    impregnated in polyester resin and therefor insulated from the environment.

    The choice between the two materials can depend on their chemical reactions to the
    presence of chemicals in the installation environment.

    Should you consider a Dry Type Transformer? Talk to us –  we will do


    a full assessment and give you expert, objective advice   >

    Talk To Us > >

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