Step down transformers used in residential AC Mains distribution

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In a residential distribution system, a pole top mounted step down transformer reduces high primary voltage to a lower secondary voltage for safe use. If the primary side voltage increases, the secondary voltage also increases proportionally, maintaining the transformer's voltage ratio. However, the extent of the increase in secondary voltage depends on the degree of the primary voltage rise. This relationship is crucial for understanding transformer behavior in residential AC mains distribution. Proper transformer design ensures that voltage fluctuations on the primary side do not lead to unsafe conditions on the secondary side.
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When the voltage rises on the primary what happens to the secondary?
Hello,

If we have a pole top mounted distribution step down transformer for residential use what happens to the voltage on the secondary side if the primary side voltage increase?

Thank you
 
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Brian82784 said:
what happens to the voltage on the secondary side if the primary side voltage increase?
russ_watters said:
It increases proportionally.

I guess it depends on how much that primary side voltage increases... :wink:

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