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RMER MOTOR
STARTER
Transformer vs
Autotransformer
Transformer
Auto Transformer
Introduction
An autotransformer is an electrical transformer with
only have one winding. It is different from traditional
transformers because autotransformers share a
common winding. On each end of the transformer
core is an end terminal for the winding, but there is
also a second winding that connects at intermediate
point, forming a third terminal.
Advantages of Auto-transformer
It effects a saving in winding material
(copper or aluminum), since the secondary
winding is part of the primary current.
Lower copper loss, therefore efficiency is
higher than in the two winding
transformer.
Lower leakage reactance, lower exciting
current.
Variable output voltage can be obtained.
Disadvantages of AutoTransformer
There is a direct connection between
the primary and secondary sides.
The short-circuit current is much
larger than for normal two-winding
transformer
65%
80%
Wye(St
ar) Delta
Starting current
drawn from line in
%
25%
42%
64%
33%
2.
Starting current
drawn by the motor
50%
65%
80%
58%
3.
Starting torque
developed in %
25%
42%
64%
33%
4.
Smoothness of
acceleration
No
Characteristic
.
1.
First
Second
5.
Adjustable within
limits of various
taps
Fixed
AUTOTRANSFO
RMER CIRCUIT