Autotransformer

• Auto Transformer
• Used in national grid
transmission because of
only using one winding
• A short circuit will destroy Primary
whole of transformer VP Winding
Secondary
VS
Winding

2
 Auto-Transformer

– Used to change a desirable voltage by only a small amount.

For example: 120/132 V

IH
+
ISE
VSE NSE
IL VH
+

VL NC
- -