An Introduction to Electrical Transformer Testing

Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and electric power system managers interested in testing of transformers. Here is what is discussed:1. GENERAL2. CORE INSULATION RESISTANCE AND INADVERTENT CORE GROUND TEST 3. DOBLE TESTS ON INSULATION4. VISUAL INSPECTION5. ULTRASONIC AND SONIC FAULT DETECTION6. VIBRATION ANALYSIS7. TURNS RATIO TEST8. ESTIMATE OF PAPER DETERIORATION (ONLINE)9. ESTIMATE OF PAPER DETERIORATION (OFFLINE DURINGINTERNAL INSPECTION)10. TRANSFORMER OPERATING HISTORY11. TRANSFORMER DIAGNOSTICS/CONDITION ASSESSMENT SUMMARY