Core saturation in transformers

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the topic of core saturation in mono phase transformers, specifically seeking equations to calculate the voltage at which saturation occurs and methods to recognize saturation in practical results.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • João inquires about an equation to calculate the voltage at which the transformer core saturates for comparison with practical results.
  • NascentOxygen asks how João plans to recognize core saturation in his practical results.
  • João suggests that one method to identify saturation is by observing when the voltage on the secondary side begins to drop or by analyzing the waveform using an oscilloscope.
  • Another participant suggests conducting a Google search or checking YouTube for further explanations regarding transformer saturation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus, as participants propose different methods for recognizing core saturation and there is no agreement on a specific equation for calculating saturation voltage.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not provided specific equations or detailed methodologies, and the discussion includes varying suggestions that depend on practical experimentation and observation.

joao.lima
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Hello,

I am currently working with mono phase transformers. I would like to know if there is an equation to calculate the voltage when the core saturates so I can compare with my practical results with.

Thank you very much
João
 
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Hi joao.lima http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

Interesting. How will you recognize core saturation in your practical results?
 
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NascentOxygen said:
Hi joao.lima http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

Interesting. How will you recognize core saturation in your practical results?

Hello NascentOxygen,

This was another problem. The solution presented was to check when the voltage in the secondary side starts to drop or analyse the waveform in the secondary side using a scope. Do you have any suggestions for that too?

Regards
 
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joao.lima said:
This was another problem. The solution presented was to check when the voltage in the secondary side starts to drop or analyse the waveform in the secondary side using a scope. Do you have any suggestions for that too?

Regards
What you wrote sounds spot on.

My suggestion would be to try a google search. I'm sure you will find it well explained. Youtube might hold some surprises, too.

Good luck! Your understanding of transformers is about to *explode*. :smile:
 

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