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CoreType
Transformer
Shell Type Transformer
1. The core has only
onewindow.
The core has two
windows.
2. Winding encircles
the core.
Core encirclesthe
windings.
3. Cylindrical
windingsare used.
Sandwich type
windingsare used.
4.Easyto repair.It is not so easy to
repair.
5. Better coolingsince
more surface is
exposed to the
atmosphere.
Cooling is not very
effective.
Construction of Transformer
•TheMostimportantpartsofatransformer
arethewindings(coils)andthecore.
•Someotherpartssuchassuitabletank,
conservator,bushings,breather,explosion
ventetc.arealsousedalongwiththecore
andwindings.