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3 phase transformer tap changes

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gwbissett

Electrical
Jul 21, 2009
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Somebody mentioned that by changing the taps on a three phase transformer, it is possible to have a consumption saving.I do not agree cause, if the voltage goes up, the current will go down equally and supply the same amount of power.Is there an impedance savings or something I am missing?
 
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