Transformer Magnetizing Reactance

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During an open-circuit test of a transformer, increasing the supply voltage leads to a decrease in magnetizing reactance (Xm). This phenomenon occurs because higher voltage can cause the magnetic core to approach saturation. As the core saturates, the inductance decreases, resulting in lower reactance. The relationship between voltage and magnetizing reactance is crucial for understanding transformer behavior under varying conditions. Saturation effects must be considered when analyzing transformer performance.
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In the case of an open-circuit test of transformer, when I increase the supply voltage, i realize the magnetising reactance (Xm) decreases, why does this happen?
 
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darkwhite87 said:
In the case of an open-circuit test of transformer, when I increase the supply voltage, i realize the magnetising reactance (Xm) decreases, why does this happen?

You might be saturating it.
 
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