Math Problem Statement

A single phase, 50Hz, core type transformer has square cores of 20 cm side, permissible maximum flux density is 1 Wb/m2 . Calculate the number of turns per limb on the high and low voltage sides for a 300/220 V ratio

Solution

To calculate the number of turns per limb on both the high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) sides of the transformer, we need to apply some basic transformer design principles, particularly the equation that relates flux, voltage, frequency, and number of turns.

Given Data:

  • Core dimensions: 20 cm x 20 cm (side of square core)
  • Permissible maximum flux density (B) = 1 Wb/m²
  • Frequency (f) = 50 Hz
  • Voltage ratio (V_HV / V_LV) = 300 V / 220 V
  • Core area (A) = 20 cm × 20 cm = (0.2m)2=0.04m2(0.2 \, \text{m})^2 = 0.04 \, \text{m}^2

Step 1: Calculate the Flux (Φ)

The maximum magnetic flux (Φ) is related to the flux density (B) and the cross-sectional area (A) of the core:

Φ=B×A\Phi = B \times A

Substitute the known values:

Φ=1Wb/m2×0.04m2=0.04Wb\Phi = 1 \, \text{Wb/m}^2 \times 0.04 \, \text{m}^2 = 0.04 \, \text{Wb}

Step 2: Calculate the Number of Turns (N) on Each Side

The number of turns NN is given by the formula for the transformer:

V=4.44×f×N×ΦV = 4.44 \times f \times N \times \Phi

Where:

  • VV is the voltage (on either side),
  • ff is the frequency,
  • NN is the number of turns per phase on the respective side,
  • Φ\Phi is the maximum flux.

We will solve for NN (number of turns) for both the HV and LV sides.

High Voltage Side (HV)

For the HV side:

VHV=300V,f=50Hz,Φ=0.04WbV_{HV} = 300 \, \text{V}, \quad f = 50 \, \text{Hz}, \quad \Phi = 0.04 \, \text{Wb}

Rearrange the formula to solve for NHVN_{HV}:

NHV=VHV4.44×f×ΦN_{HV} = \frac{V_{HV}}{4.44 \times f \times \Phi}

Substitute the known values:

NHV=3004.44×50×0.04N_{HV} = \frac{300}{4.44 \times 50 \times 0.04}

NHV=3008.88N_{HV} = \frac{300}{8.88}

NHV=33.8034turnsN_{HV} = 33.80 \approx 34 \, \text{turns}

Low Voltage Side (LV)

For the LV side:

VLV=220V,f=50Hz,Φ=0.04WbV_{LV} = 220 \, \text{V}, \quad f = 50 \, \text{Hz}, \quad \Phi = 0.04 \, \text{Wb}

Again, rearrange the formula to solve for NLVN_{LV}:

NLV=VLV4.44×f×ΦN_{LV} = \frac{V_{LV}}{4.44 \times f \times \Phi}

Substitute the known values:

NLV=2204.44×50×0.04N_{LV} = \frac{220}{4.44 \times 50 \times 0.04}

NLV=2208.88N_{LV} = \frac{220}{8.88}

NLV=24.7725turnsN_{LV} = 24.77 \approx 25 \, \text{turns}

Final Answers:

  • Number of turns per limb on the high voltage side (HV): 3434 turns
  • Number of turns per limb on the low voltage side (LV): 2525 turns

Would you like further details or clarifications on this calculation? Here are some related questions you may find interesting:

  1. How does the flux density impact transformer efficiency?
  2. What would happen if the flux density were increased above the permissible limit?
  3. How do the turns ratios relate to the voltage ratios in transformers?
  4. How is the core area related to the transformer’s power rating?
  5. What other factors influence the transformer design aside from voltage and frequency?

Tip: Always ensure that the core material used in transformers can handle the maximum flux density without reaching saturation, as this will affect the performance and efficiency.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Transformer Design
Magnetic Flux
Voltage and Turns Ratio

Formulas

Φ = B × A
V = 4.44 × f × N × Φ
N = V / (4.44 × f × Φ)

Theorems

Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Electrical Engineering or Advanced High School Physics