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Introduction
Current transformers can be defined as the type of instrumental transformers which are used to convert very high currents which can burn or cause
damage to measuring instruments like ammeters or other small devices like relays, into lower current values, which are in direct proportion to their
higher, primary current values.
In this way, current can be easily measured through the device, and as it is directly proportional to the original high current, the true and precise values
of current can also be found without damaging the instrument.
The secondary current differs in the phase angle from the primary current in a very small value which can almost be approximated to zero if the
direction of the connections are appropriate.
On the basis of the output supply, the current transformers can be classified into two categories:
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Ring Core Current Transformers: Can be used to measure current from 50 Amperes to 5000 Amperes.
2.
Split Core Current Transformers: Can be used to measure current from 100 Amperes to 5000 Amperes.
3.
Wound Primary Current Transformers: Can be used to measure current from 1 Ampere to 100 Amperes.
The thing that is different from conventional transformers is that in case of a current transformer, the primary winding consists of only one or very few
turns of the coil, which can be wrapped around the core or just a wire passing through its center. But the secondary winding consists of several turns
and is wrapped around the core in this way:
The core is chosen of a low loss magnetic material on which the secondary winding is wound, so that the flux density is low and the current can easily
be stepped down to the required level.
The secondary winding is then connected to the output measuring device or any other device to which we had to supply the output.
This connection is made as shown in the figure below:
Current transformers are used for measuring and monitoring currents, usually of very high values.
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On buildings whose meters have to measure currents higher than 200 amperes, these current transformers are used there to drive their
electrical watt meters.
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These are also used to keep track of the current readings on power grid stations.
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These are used in relays for their driving and proper operation of the circuit.
Source: http://engineering.electrical-equipment.org/electrical-distribution/current-transformers.html