Energy efficient transformer
In a typical power distribution grid, electric transformer power loss typically contributes to about 40-50% of the total transmission and distribution loss. Energy efficient transformers are therefore an important means to reduce transmission and distribution loss.[1] With the improvement of electrical steel (silicon steel) properties, the losses of a transformer in 2010 can be half that of a similar transformer in the 1970s. With new magnetic materials, it is possible to achieve even higher efficiency. The amorphous metal transformer is a modern example.[2]
Notes and references
- B. Kennedy, “Energy Efficient Transformers” McGraw-Hill, 1998.
- "J. Li, "Use of Energy Efficient Transformers in Asia", presented in Asian Energy Conference 2000, Hong Kong" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-03-08. Retrieved 2010-07-06.
- World's largest Amorphous Metal Power Transformer: 99.31% Efficiency
- Amorphous Metals in Electric-Power Distribution Applications
- Australian MandatoryEfficiency Requirements for Distribution Transformers
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