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MAKPOWER
September 10, 2024

Transformer Noise: Causes, Effects, and Mitigation Strategies

Transformers often generate unwanted noise from subtle hums to loud buzzing. This can disturb neighborhoods and workplaces.

Pinpointing the sources of transformer noise allows targeted miti

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MAKPOWER
July 5, 2024

Decoding Transformer Failures: A Deep Dive into Root Cause Analysis

Transformers form a critical grid backbone, yet when they fail, homes and businesses feel the sting. It’s not just lost power—it’s learning why failures happen to prevent repeats.

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MAKPOWER
June 28, 2024

Submerged Arc Furnace Transformers: All You Need to Know

Submerged arc furnace (SAF) transformers comprise specialized gear built to power intense smelting environments. They provide substantial electrical energy to submerged arc furnaces needed for melt

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MAKPOWER
June 21, 2024

Role of Delta Connection in DC Load and Harmonic Filtration

Delta transformer and circuit configurations primarily combat harmonic distortions. Delta's closed three-winding loop balances loads, delivering targeted harmonics relief. It proves especially bene

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MAKPOWER
June 14, 2024

Understanding the Role of Aluminum/Earth Shielding in Harmonics Filtration

Harmonics control focuses on suppressing the unwanted frequencies, called harmonics, that can impose equipment damage, performance issues and energy waste in power systems.

Aluminum and ear

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MAKPOWER
June 7, 2024

Copper vs Aluminum in Distribution Transformers: A Detailed Guide

The choice of conductor material for distribution transformers—copper or aluminum—has cascading impacts on efficiency, durability, and costs.

This may seem like a “small d

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