Do you have to refer core losses in equivalent circuit?

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The discussion centers on whether core losses, specifically Ro and Xm, need to be referred to the secondary side of a single-phase transformer equivalent circuit. It is established that core losses should indeed be referred, as they are dependent on the current, which varies between the primary and secondary sides. Additionally, modeling core losses as a resistor and an inductor in parallel with the primary coil is recommended for accurate representation. This approach enhances the understanding of non-ideal effects in transformer operation.

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Hi, I'm currently writing a lab report on single phase transformers and I need to determine the equivalent circuit with respect to the secondary side. I have already found the parameters with respect to the primary side so it is just a matter of referring them to the secondary side. What I would like to know is whether the core losses (Ro and (Xm) have to be referred as well and why.

I think they should be referred because they are a function of the current which would change depending on if it's in the primary or secondary side...right? :confused:
However, I'm not 100% sure so can someone tell me if I'm right or wrong in thinking this way please?

Thanks in advance :smile:
 
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core losses xm and ro can be modeled as a resistor and an inductor both in parallel with the primary coil.

In a lab report it would be very good to refer to them as it would demonstrate understanding of the system as well as an understand of non ideal effects.
 

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