Question

Difference between core type and shell type transformer

Answer 1

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Type Transformer (with Comparison ...



In core type transformer both the primary and the secondary windings are placed on the side limbs whereas, in shell type transformer, the windings are placed on the central limbs of the transformer. The core type transformer has two magnetic circuits whereas the shell type transformer has one magnetic circuit.

Answer 2

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Differences between the core type and shell type transformer Are:-

• In core type core is surrounded by the winding while in shell type winding is surrounded by the core.
• In core type concentric cylindrical winding is used while in shell type Sandwiched winding is used.
• Core type is made by the L or I-U shape lamination while shell type is made by E-I or E-E type lamination