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Ventilated Distribution Transformers
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Ventilated Distribution Transformers

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Sola/Hevi-Duty specializes in power conversion and protection solutions for industrial applications, offering products like line reactors, surge suppressors, transformers, power supplies, and UPS systems to ensure reliable power distribution.
Energy Policy Act of 2005
This Act requires distribution transformers manufactured after January 1, 2007, to meet energy efficiency standards set by NEMA and the DOE, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Certain transformer types are exempt due to economic or technical challenges.
Impact on Hevi-Duty Transformers
The Act affects Low Voltage General Purpose (LVGP) transformers, K-factor, and Low Temperature rise units, making non-compliant designs obsolete after December 31, 2006. Compliant transformers, though initially more expensive, offer long-term savings through improved energy efficiency.
Benefits of Higher Energy Efficiencies
Enhanced transformer efficiency reduces energy waste, decreases the need for new power generation, and lowers emissions, contributing to energy independence and economic benefits by reducing the trade deficit and stabilizing fuel prices.
Transformer Efficiency Levels
The document highlights efficiency levels for dry-type distribution transformers, showing significant reductions in wasted energy with compliant models, such as a 52% reduction for a 75 kVA transformer at 35% load.
Hevi-Duty Transformer Offerings
Hevi-Duty provides a range of energy-efficient transformers, including general purpose, low temperature rise, and K-factor transformers, designed to meet NEMA standards for various applications like hospitals, schools, and industrial plants.
Selection Steps
The document outlines steps for selecting the appropriate transformer based on electrical load requirements, supply voltage conditions, and special application considerations, including formulas for calculating kVA ratings and guidance for high ambient and high altitude applications.
Conclusion
Sola/Hevi-Duty's transformers meet stringent efficiency standards, offering reliable and cost-effective solutions for industrial power needs, with an online Transformer Product Selector tool to assist in choosing the right transformer.
Overview of Specifications and Selection
The document provides detailed specifications and selection tables for various transformers, including general purpose, low temperature rise, and K-factor harmonic transformers, with information on design styles, electrical connections, and optional accessories.
General Purpose Transformers
These are categorized by primary and secondary voltages, listing transformers by kVA, catalog number, dimensions, weight, design style, electrical connections, and primary and secondary amps, with optional weather shields.
Low Temperature Rise Transformers
Featuring a 220°C insulation system with temperature rises of 80°C or 115°C, these transformers offer lower operating losses and increased reliability, suitable for critical applications. Accessories include wall mounting brackets and stainless steel enclosures.
K-Factor Harmonic Transformers
Designed for harmonic currents from non-linear loads, these transformers have UL ratings of K-4, K-13, and K-20, with conductors capable of carrying harmonic currents without exceeding insulation temperature ratings.
Selection Tables
Includes tables for single-phase and three-phase transformers, detailing kVA, catalog numbers, dimensions, weight, design style, electrical connections, and primary and secondary amps, based on primary and secondary voltages and K-factor ratings.
Design Styles and Electrical Connections
Outlines various design styles, including ventilated and non-ventilated designs, and details electrical connections for different transformer configurations.
Accessories and Optional Design Styles
Optional accessories include wall mounting brackets, weather shields, and copper-wound designs, with technical services available for more information.
Specifications and Construction
The document details primary and secondary voltage interconnects, specifying single and three-phase distribution transformers for voltages 600V and below, compliant with UL, CSA, NEMA ST 20, and applicable IEEE & OSHA specifications.
Construction
Transformer cores are made from low-loss, high-quality electrical grade laminate steel, with coils constructed from aluminum or copper, impregnated with thermal setting varnish. A Faraday shield is included to attenuate voltage spikes and noise.
Enclosures
Made from heavy gauge sheet steel with a grey powder paint finish, enclosures are UL/NEMA Type 1 rated for indoor use and Type 3R rated for outdoor use with a weather shield, requiring grounding according to the National Electric Code.
Performance
Transformers are designed to not exceed sound levels established in NEMA ST20, incorporating a UL recognized 220°C insulation system, and are warranted for ten years against defects, with an additional two-year provision.
Glossary
Includes a glossary of terms related to electrical transformers, providing definitions and explanations for terms like AC, attenuation, CE Mark, and common-mode noise.
Additional Information
Provides contact information for technical services and notes on the company's product offerings, including power quality solutions and heating cable systems.
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low voltage dry-type distribution transformers, the responsibility has been placed on the transformer manufacturers to comply or face civil penalties. This will ensure that all new and replacement transformers will meet the new ef ciency requirements by removing the option of using a lower ef ciency unit.The Act requires Distribution Transformers manufactured after January 1, 2007 to meet speci c energy ef ciency requirements. The requirements are based on a speci cation developed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) with assistance from transformer manufacturers and the...

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Low Temperature Rise Transformers Transformers designed to limit the temperature rise of the core and coil assembly to either 80C or 115аC above a 40C ambient. Reduction in temperature rise increases reliability. K-Factor Transformers Transformers designed to withstand the electrical anoma-lies associated with solid state equipment and DC power supplies (ex clud ing SCR variable speed motor drives). Copper Wound Transformers Hevi-Duty offers a selection of general purpose transform-ers with copper windings. Hevi-Duty is pleased to offer the following family of transformers that meet the strict...

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Our online Transformer Product Selector is available at www.solaheviduty.com to help select the appropriate transformer. Enter your electrical re quire ments and hit the SubmitӔ button. Any matching trans form ers will list with links to exact speci cations. Contact Technical Services at (800) 377-4384 if you need any assistance selecting the right transformer for your needs. Hevi-Duty offers custom transformers that are quoted upon request. Selection Steps kVA (1) =Volts x Amps1000 kVA (3ؘ) =Volts x Amps x 1.7321000 Use the following steps below to manually select a trans form er. > A. Find...

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Secondary Fuse Recommendations Secondary VoltageV > OUT 24110115120220230240VA > Secondary Time Delay Dual Element Slow-Blow Fuse 50 > 3.20.750.60.60.30.30.3 75 > 51.125110.50.50.5 100 > 6.251.51.41.250.750.60.6 150 > 102.25221.1311 200 > 1232.82.51.51.41.25 250 > 153.53.53.21.81.81.6 300 > 204.5442.2522 350 > 20554.52.52.52.25 500 > 307.576.253.53.53.2 750 > 401010105.655 1000 > 121212776.25 1500 > 17.517.517.5101010 2000 > 252525121212 3000 > 35353517.517.517.5 5000 > 606060303030 7500 > 909080454540 10K > 125110110606060 15K > 175175175909080 25K > 300300300150150150 37.5K > 400200 50K > 600300...

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Hevi-Duty low temperature rise transformers feature a 220C insulation system and temperature rise of only 80аC or 115C under full nameplate load. The result is 13-21% lower operating losses than conventional 150аC rise units. Reduction in temperature rise increases reliability.The 35C thermal reserve on 115аC rise units and 70C reserve on 80аC rise units de nitely mean higher reliability. The extra bene t is being able to operate either of these trans form ers as a 150C rise unit and have an over load capability of 15-30% without compromising normal life expectancy (See Figure 2).Low temperature...

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Electrical Connections and Design Style 240 x 480 Volt Primary, 120/240 Volt Sec ond ary Taps: 2, 2 > 480 Volt Primary, 208Y/120 Volt Sec ond ary Taps: 2, 2 480 Volt Primary, 240 W/120 CT Volt Sec ond ary Taps: 2, 2 % FCAN; 4, 2 ݽ % FCBN % FCAN; 4, 2 ݽ % FCBN > 480 Volt Primary 480Y/277 Volt Secondary Taps: 2, 2% FCAN; 4, 2ݽ% FCBN

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Enclosures > Speci cation Guide Transformer enclosures shall be constructed of heavy gauge sheet steel and coated with a grey powder paint nish (ANSI 61). Ventilated transformer enclosures shall be UL/NEMA Type 1 rated and UL/NEMA Type 3R rated for outdoor use with the addition of a weather shield. This information must be listed on the transformer name plate.Օ Maximum transformer enclosure temperature will not exceed 65C rise above a 40аC ambient under full load. Transformers must have vibration isolators located between the core and coil assembly and the transformer enclosure to reduce audible...

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Current that reverses direction in response to voltage that is changing polarity. Department of Energy program promoting energy ef cient appliances and apparatus. > Decrease in signal voltage or power. A means of accelerating heat dissipation to lower the temperature rise of an electrical device. > A marking that shows the product meets the fundamental safety, health, environmental and consumer protection requirements of the European Community. > Glossary of Terms Cycles per second. > The distortion of the AC waveform due to the addition of sine waves of different frequencies being added to the...

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Glossary of Terms Thermal Protection UL Recognized > An internal safeguard circuit that shuts down the unit in the event of excess internal temperatures. Designation given to components that when used properly in an end product are deemed to be safe. THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) UL Listed > The ratio of the harmonic content to the fundamental frequency expressed as a percent of the fundamental. Designation given to products ready for end use. VA (Voltamp) Transformer > A measure of power. 1000 VA = 1 kVA. An electrical device that changes AC voltage from one level to another. UL (Underwriters...

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Notes Technical Services: (800) 377-4384 >

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Sola/Hevi-Duty is our premium line of industrial power quality solutions under the EGS Electrical Group family of brands. EGS Electrical Group is a worldwide manufacturer of electrical products for virtually every type of environment. For more than 150 years, our brands have been providing a rich tradition of long-term, practical, high-quality solutions. Distributors, contractors, engineers, electricians and site maintenance professionals around the world trust EGS brands to make electrical installa- tions safer, more productive, and more reliable.EGS is organized into three focused businesses...

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