A transformer is essentially a device consisting of two magnetically coupled coils, one is called primary and the other secondary.
If an ac voltage is applied to the primary the variation of magnetic flux linked with the secondary induces an emf in the secondary.
If the secondary output voltage is greater than the primary input voltage the transformer is called a step-up transformer.
On the other hand, if the output secondary voltage is smaller than the input primary voltage the transformer is termed a step-down transformer.
Parts of the transformer
The core, windings, brushes, vents, and many more pieces are used in a transformer's activities. These various components support and aid in the overall operation of the transformer.
imply put, two coins that are wounded on the same iron core are present in a transformer. The magnetic core material is typically laminated. Although the coils are constrained and electrically isolated, the iron core causes them to become magnetically induced.
The voltage is applied to the main coil P, and the output is extracted from the secondary coil S. Additionally, the climate in which this entire setup is kept is conducive to improved cooling and insulation.
The transformer has three main parts
Transformer Primary Winding: Electric flux is produced when the transformer's primary winding is connected to an electrical pole.
Transformer Secondary Winding: The flux travels through the secondary winding's connected core. The primary winding is what creates the flux. The wind is produced on the core using the same flux and produces the transformer's output.
Transformer Magnetic Core: When the secondary winding and reductant path are connected, a close circuit is created. A magnetic circuit is formed by the primary winding's generated magnetic flux as it passes through this reductant channel.