Transformer oil – e-lesson #17 – Alternative fluids – Basic features influenced by chemical structures
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Join us on June 18th at Transformers Academy!
This lesson provides an overview of alternative transformer fluids, focusing on how their chemical structures influence their basic features and performance. It discusses the various alternative fluid options, including synthetic hydrocarbons, esters, and silicones, and the key triggers for considering them, such as fire safety, environmental impact, and enhanced asset life. The lesson delves into how the ester group’s polarity and polarizability impact properties like dielectric permittivity and moisture tolerance. It also compares the fire, oxidation, and dielectric properties of esters to mineral oils, highlighting the trade-offs. The lesson touches on the application of esters for drying transformers and their niche uses, like retrofitting and fire-prone environments. It concludes by summarizing the key differences between the alternative fluid types and providing guidance on product selection.
Content of this lesson is fully vendor agnostic but it is sponsored by Ergon!
Transformer oil course - lesson 17 - 18th June (sponsored by ERGON)
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