Hossein Karimi’s Post

🛠️ Why is the Tap Changer Installed on the HV Side of Power Transformers? In power transformers, the on-load tap changer (OLTC) is typically installed on the high-voltage (HV) side. The main reason? Efficiency, reliability, and lower mechanical stress. Because current on the HV winding is significantly lower, the tap changer handles: ✅ Lower current ✅ Reduced arcing during switching ✅ Less contact wear and longer equipment life ✅ Better electrical insulation design Additionally, voltage regulation in transmission systems is more effective when controlled at the HV side, where voltage variations have broader network influence. In short, placing the tap changer on the HV winding optimizes performance, lifespan, and system stability — a key detail in transformer engineering often overlooked outside the power industry. --- #Engineering #PowerSystems #ElectricalEngineering #Transformer #Substation #HighVoltage #OLTC #GridStability #EnergyInfrastructure #PowerTransmission #UtilityEngineering #SmartGrid #IndustrialAutomation #EnergySector #RenewableEnergy #ElectricalDesign

Mriganka Das

Accomplished Electrical Testing and Commissioning Engineer & Tendering Specialist | Commissioned 100+ Substations | Expertise in Techno-Commercial Skills

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I have been asked the same question during an interview at CTR in 2012.

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