Transformer Turns Ratio Calculator

Calculate transformer turns ratio, secondary voltage, and current from primary and secondary winding parameters.

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Turns Ratio (Np:Ns)

4.00

Primary Current10.42 A
Secondary Current41.67 A
Power Loss250.0 W
Output Power4,750 W

Turns Ratio (Np:Ns) vs Primary Voltage

公式

## Transformer Turns Ratio The turns ratio determines the voltage transformation between primary and secondary windings. ### Formulas **Turns Ratio = Vp / Vs = Np / Ns** **Ip = VA / Vp** and **Is = VA / Vs** Current transforms inversely: higher voltage means lower current, preserving power (minus losses). **Power Loss = VA x (1 - Efficiency)** Typical transformer efficiencies range from 90% (small) to 99% (large utility).

计算示例

480 V to 120 V step-down, 5 kVA, 95% efficient.

  1. 01Turns ratio: 480 / 120 = 4.00:1
  2. 02Primary current: 5000 / 480 = 10.42 A
  3. 03Secondary current: 5000 / 120 = 41.67 A
  4. 04Power loss: 5000 x 0.05 = 250 W
  5. 05Output power: 5000 x 0.95 = 4,750 W

常见问题

Can a transformer change frequency?

No. A standard transformer passes the same frequency through. To change frequency, use a frequency converter.

What determines transformer efficiency?

Core losses (hysteresis and eddy currents) and copper losses (I^2R in windings). Larger transformers are generally more efficient.

What is VA rating vs watt rating?

VA is apparent power. For purely resistive loads, VA equals watts. For reactive loads, watts = VA x power factor.

学习

Ohm's Law Guide

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