Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Should Buck-Boost transformers be used to develop 3-phase 4 wire Wye circuits from 3-phase 3 wire Delta circuits?

April 26, 2017buck-boost circuits develop transformers Used wire wye

0

Posted

Should Buck-Boost transformers be used to develop 3-phase 4 wire Wye circuits from 3-phase 3 wire Delta circuits?

1 Answer

0

Posted

No – a three-phase “Wye” buck-boost transformer connection should be used only on a 4-wire source of supply. A delta to Wye Connection does not provide adequate Current capacity to accommodate unbalanced currents fl owing in the neutral wire of the 4-wire circuit.