Live Tank Current Transformer

Live Tank Current Transformer (Live Tank CT)

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A live tank current transformer (Live Tank CT) is a high-voltage current transformer. Here we place the entire current transformer at the top of the device. If we imagine a current transformer, the primary of the current transformer is nothing but the line conductor. Because of that, we connect the primary in series with the … Read more

Live Tank vs Dead Tank Current Transformers

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When it comes to high-voltage power systems, current transformers (CTs) play a critical role. It has a vital role in measurement and protection. CTs come in two main designs—Live Tank and Dead Tank. While both serve the same fundamental purpose, they differ significantly in construction. Live tank and dead tank CTs differ mainly in insulation. … Read more