Question

Differences between auto-transformer and conventional-transformer

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation The most prominent difference between them is their number of windings. At one hand, an auto transformer has only one winding, on the other hand, a conventional transformer has two separate windings. In an auto transformer the primary and secondary windings are linked to each other magnetically and electrically.

Answer 2

Answer:

There are several differences between the autotransformer and the conventional transformer. One of the major difference between them is that the autotransformer has only one winding whereas the conventional transformer has two separate windings. The other differences between them are explained below in the form of the comparison chart.