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Need to Consider, Custom Transformers:

Custom transformers are transformers designed as per the client's drawing or required specification. There are several explanations why you may require a custom designed transformer. The main reason is normally the transformer requires certain unique features. Another concern is that it may involve construction processes that require focused material, paraphernalia or handling. High voltage coils is one real good example. Because of radiance concerns, coils may need to have "void free' vacuum impregnation along with epoxy coating or another material. Also many a time you could not find an appropriate catalog part or to shield against vendor obsoleteness, perhaps against a vendor going away from business.

Below is a list of applications that requires a custom transformer to provide the solution:

• Specific input and output voltages
• Unique wiring connectors to deduct manufacturing and installation charges
• Custom driven isolation transformers for AC and DC drive
• Armature chokes and custom ripple filter assemblies to deduct the audible motor noise created mainly by the moving components in the DC Drives
• Line and load reactors utilized in power factor management and regeneration
• Custom enclosures for callous environments
• Buck-Boost transformers with pre-wired for easy on field installation

When acquiring a custom transformer, make sure the manufacturer can supply you with the following:

• Build up a relationship with the engineering staff and make sure you feel they can deliver a quality product, plus execute your order efficiently and promptly.
• These engineers must be capable to design a novel part, modify or duplicate an existing part if required.
• They must have computer-assisted design procedures to develop customized design elucidations while keeping cost effectiveness in equilibrium.
• Quotes should be processed in 3 day to one week, depending on the intricacy of the transformer designed.
• Prototype improvement and production normally should be accomplished in a matter of few days, depending on accessibility of materials.