Transformer Operation Frequency

[JohnielWhite]

Good day everyone I would like someone to tell me whether or not it is a good idea to use a 60Hz transformer at 50Hz?
Thanks in advance for your response.

 

[Dmytry]

The primary problem is that magnetic field in core will be proportionally bigger (by 6/5), meaning it would get closer to saturation. If its far enough from saturation it'll be ok. Ahh, and the no-load current will also increase by approximately 6/5

edit: also make sure about the voltages... what kind of transformer is that? the stepdown for powering stuff? make sure you aren't using 120v transformer at 240v

 

[JohnielWhite]

Thanks for your response.