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Transformer Powering Reading

Transformer Powering Reading

Transformer Powering Reading

(OP)
we powered up a 12.47kv/4.16kv, three phase, delta-wye XFMR and the follwing readings were taken:
 A to B 4160
 A to C 4160
 B to C 4160

 A to A 5kV
 B to B 2.5KV
 C to C 2.5KV

 A to Gnd 2.4kV
 B to Gnd 2.4kV
 C to Gnd 2.4kV

what seem to be the problem? we've the doble and TTR testing before powering up, everthing seems fine.

RE: Transformer Powering Reading

Can you clarify what you mean by:

 A to A 5kV
 B to B 2.5KV
 C to C 2.5KV

RE: Transformer Powering Reading

For instance, if you said:

 A to B 4160
 A to C 4160
 B to C 4160

 A to Grd 5kV
 B to Grd 2.5KV
 C to Grd 2.5KV

 A to N 2.4kV
 B to N 2.4kV
 C to N 2.4kV

Then I would say that the neutral is not connected to ground.

RE: Transformer Powering Reading

Assuming that A to A is primary A to secondary A, you would expect 5260V on all phases if the primary source was solidly grounded and the secondary ground connection was at the same potential as the primary source ground.

If the primary source was impedance grounded, you would get a voltage difference between the secondary ground and the primary neutral point.  This could explain the different voltages.

RE: Transformer Powering Reading

(OP)
The secondary is Low Resistance Grounded at 200A, I suspected the electrical contractor connected the wrong phasing on the primary side.

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