SIMPSON 01293 CURRENT XFMR DONUT 50/5 AMPS
Product Overview
Current transformers are devices which convert high power signals to lower, more manageable signals. The most common type of transformer is the donut style transformer. This transformer is a ring which encircles the wire carrying the signal and via induction transmits a proportional signal through two leads attached to the donut.
- Attributes
- Item Features
BrandSimpson Electric
Current Ratio50:5
Dimensions1.56 in ID x 3.56 in OD x 1.1 in H
Frequency Rating50 to 400 Hz
Manufacturer NameSimpson Electric
Mounting TypePlain Ring
Power Rating2 VA
SeriesCT Series
- Donut is the slang term used to describe the class of current transformers which are shaped like a toroid
- The primary line is the line which carries the current to be measured. for normal operation the primary line will pass through the center of the transformer once
- One way of doing this is to add primary or secondary wraps
- A primary wrap is added whenever the primary line is passed through the center of the current transformer
- The ratio of a current transformer indicates the multiple between the current in the secondary lines and the current in the primary lines
- The secondary lines are the two smaller lines which carry signals from the transformer to the measuring device. these lines usually carry much lower current than the primary
- A secondary wrap is added whenever one of the secondary lines is passed through the center of the current transformer
- Toroid is the proper name for the shape of most transformers a toroid is a solid ring with a hollow center