VIRGINIA TRANSFORMER CORP

Individual solutions from a global perspective

Drive & Rectifier

Transformers
 Oil Drilling

Paper Mill

Virginia Transformer Commitment

to our Customers
• Industry’s Shortest Production Lead Times
• Industry’s Shortest Turnaround Times on
Drawings
• On Site Sales and Application Engineering for
Efficient Communication
• Full Range of Utility and Industrial Applications
Served
• Three Manufacturing Facilities in
North America
• Complete Testing Capabilities
• Complete Service After Delivery with
Field Service, Installation and Testing

Steel Cutting Plant

Rapid Transit

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Drive & Rectifier Transformers
In the rigorous field of drive duty applications, VTC
understands the effect of harmonics on the core and
conductor. Our engineers calculate the K factor from the
harmonic data. The computation is considered in the design
of the coils to balance the fields in order to reduce the effect
of the fluxes. From the duty cycle of the hot strip rolling
application to the gas line compressor it is taken care of
in the design of the winding to withstand the axial and
radial forces. The variable V/Hz experienced in the output
transformer is considered for the core and the structure
design within the transformer. The UNIClad® premium dry
type transformer offers the best solution for safety and
reliability. Other options for dry type transformers include
VPI, UNIDIP, and TENV. TENV (totally enclosed non ventilated)
dry type transformer offers complete protection from the
elements. The liquid filled transformer is offered with mineral,
Beta, or FR3 (biodegradable) oils. VTC offers 4 different paint
systems to cover from a clean dry environment to a sulfur
bearing environment in a refinery to the salt air exposure on
the coast with high winds.
HERE ARE EIGHT REASONS WHY VTC IS THE MOST RELIABLE
AND COST EFFECTIVE SOLUTION:
1. Increased thermal margins are offered to insure that
Since 1975, Virginia Transformer Corp has lead the drives heating from the overloads and the harmonics won’t
industry in supplying transformers for industrial and decrease the life of the transformer.
municipal applications. 2. From magnetically, balanced winding designs to common
We have supplied transformers from 300 kVA to 18,000 faults, commutation and impact loads. The windings are
kVA for variable speed AC, DC, PWM and cycloconverter precisely wound to achieve magnetic balance.
applications. Additionally, VTC supplies transformers for 3. Surge shields are designed into the windings to evenly
power quality applications. The unique Transit Traction distribute the voltage due to conduction angle changes or
industry, requiring 400% overloads and 40 year life pulse width modulation.
performance, has been a strong market for VTC. Our Drive 4. Core is constructed to handle the excessive heating and
Transformers are installed in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Asia, forces from the higher frequency voltage and wave forms.
the Middle East, Northern Africa, and throughout South 5. Insulation is designed with low stresses to withstand the
America. We have developed our reputation because of our voltage surges from rapid voltage clipping.
thorough technical background in design for all applications 6. Circular winding is used to handle the short circuit forces
covering all industries. We are committed to the idea that on our dry type transformers.
it is important to understand each application and offer 7. Vacuum/Pressure Impregnation (VPI) of the winding
solutions that fit that application. VTC offers a wide variety assures the bonding of the conductors to produce higher
of dry type and liquid filled transformers to address the axial and radial strength in the winding on our
widest applications. More than any other company in North liquid filled transformers.
America. We design and build the very best system for each 8. Disc or helical windings are used to withstand
application. the axial and radial forces due to duty cycle and
common faults.

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 PRODUCTION TESTS A TEAM READY FOR EVERY CHALLENGE
VTC’s approach is especially important to our customers
Routine in-house tests per that need drive and rectifier isolation transformers. The
ANSI include: industrial and commercial applications that require such
• Ratio systems are so varied that only a customized unit can truly
do the job efficiently and reliably.
• Polarity
Design engineers begin by examining in detail the
• Phase Relation application and environment where the transformer will
• No-Load Loss be used. Our staff works in a collaborative partnership with
• Excitation Current each customer, selecting the best materials, construction
• Impedance techniques, and accessories to ensure efficient and reliable
operation and provide hassle-free field service.
• Load Loss
During the manufacturing process, VTC’s production
• Applied Voltage experts adhere to rigorous process control and continuous
• Induced Potential improvement standards, including our zero-defect goal.
• Resistance All of our global operations are ISO 9001 certified. VTC
• Design Tests are optional transformers undergo testing to multiple engineering
standards, including ANSI, IEC, IEEE, and NEMA. We offer
Witness testing is offered in conjunction to our
other testing as well.
production schedule and arranged according to VTC constructs all transformer cores from the highest
your schedule grade silicon steel, stacked for mechanical strength and
low losses. We cut these laminations for step-lap mitered
CORE & COIL FEATURES AVAILABLE joints. Our coil winding areas are kept within strict
temperature and humidity standards.
• Increased thermal margin for longer life Customers can choose from a wide range of optional
• Magnetically balanced winding designs accessories. We offer conservators for oil preservation and
• Surge shields evenly distribute voltage surges fan-cooling packages. For temperature monitoring, VTC
• Superior core construction handles high heat offers digital or analog gauges, with SCADA interface as
• Lower insulation stresses better withstand an option. Surge arresters and demountable galvanized
surges radiators are available. Different paint systems and oils for
• Multiple vacuum pressure impregnation all environments are also available.
provides corona-free operation and increased TOTAL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH
strength VTC’s delivery times are unparalleled in the industry. Dry
• Higher BIL ratings handle switching surges in type units from our Mexico plant, typically ship in 8 weeks,
Pulse Width-Modulation and liquid filled systems, from our Virginia and Idaho
plants, in as few as 10. Larger transformers can be at your
• Lower current density for high radial short
site in 16 to 24 weeks*. No one in the industry does it faster
circuit strength
than VTC.
• Water cooling for confined spaces
Our commitment to world-class service continues once
your unit is ready for shipping and installation. VTC’s staff
ADDITIONAL FEATURES takes great care in meeting each and every customer
• Rigid galvanized conduit wiring requirement. We offer total commissioning and testing
• Wheels underneath services, from installation, to oil filling and processing.
And once your unit is in operation, our maintenance and
• 4 Paint systems available
service staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and
just a phone call away.

*Contact Sales Team at National Sales Office for current Lead time
information 540.345.9892

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 TEMPERATURE RISE OF ISOLATION TRANSFORMERS DRIVE DUTY APPLICATIONS

Transformer Long Time Maximum rms Liquid Dry • Pumps, Fans, Compressors
Duty Class Rating Duty Cycle (per unit) Filled Type UNIClad® • Hoists & Cranes
• Steel Rolling Mills
T1 == 1.00 65 150 115 • Water Treatment
• Pulp & Paper Mill
T2 125%, 2 hours 1.00 65 140 115
• Cement Plant
T3 125%, 2 hours 1.08 60 130 105 • Oil & Gas
• Cogeneration Plant
T4 125%, 2 hours 1.18 55 120 95 • Mining
• Induction Furnace
• Rapid Transit
DRIVE & RECTIFIER SPECIFICATION DATA • Wind Tunnel
• Marine Platform and Propulsion
Dry Type Liquid Filled UNIClad®
DRIVE DUTY APPLICATIONS
kVA* 500 - 10,000 500 - 20,000 500 - 10,000
• AC Drives & DC Drives
Primary Voltage 2.4 to 35 kV 2.4 to 69 kV 2.4 to 35 kV
• 6,12,18, 24 & 36 Pulse Drive Isolation
BIL Up to 150 kV Up to 350 kV Up to 150 kV • High Impedance Drive Input
Frequency 25 Hz to 60 Hz 25 Hz to 60 Hz 25 Hz to 60 Hz Transformers
Impedance 4% to 18%** 4% to 18%** 4% to 18%** • Low Impedance Drive Output
Transformers
Winding Material copper or aluminum copper or aluminum copper or aluminum
• Diode Active Front End
Insulation System 220 ºC 120 ºC 220 ºC • LCI Converter Duty
Minimum Winding 65 ºC 45 ºC 65 ºC • Generator Exciter Duty
Temperature Rise • Power Quality (DVR, DSTATCOM, AVC)
Ambient Temperature^ -40 ºC up to 55 ºC -40 ºC up to 55 ºC -40 ºC up to 55 ºC • Cycloconverter
Elevation Up to 14,000 ft. Up to 14,000 ft. Up to 14,000 ft. • PWM Drives

*Secondary kVA may be higher than primary kVA AVAILABLE CIRCUITS

**Based on primary kVA
^ Lower temperatures are also available • “Close” or “Loosely” coupled construction
Data is for estimating purposes only and should never be used for construction. for voltage regulation - 0 -1.0
Contact factory for actual dimensions, weights and oil volume.
• Delta-double wye six pulse with IPT
• Delta-delta six pulse double way
• Wye-delta six pulse double way
PRODUCT RANGE DRIVE OEMS • Delta-zigzag six pulse double way
• Delta-delta and wye 12 pulse
• Dry Type 10 MVA, 34.5 kV • TMGEAS double way
• Uniclad® (encapsulated coils) - • CONVERTEAM • Two Three-Phase bridges delta-wye
15/20 MVA, 35 kV • SIEMENS E&A secondaries in series
• TENV - Up to 5 MVA, 35 kV • ABB • Cycloconverter - delta-delta;
• Liquid Filled - 30 MVA, 230 kV • ROCKWELL AUTOMATION delta-zigzag
• Traction Duty - 30 MVA, 69 kV • S&C • Delta-zigzag and wye-zigzag
• Air Core Reactor - 15 kV • ABP INDUCTION 18 pulse double way
• Iron Core Smoothening Reactors • INDUCTOTHERM • Wye-pulse shifted multiple delta;
• Inter Phase Transformers 24-36 pulse double way
• Many more...

* Application Note: Vacuum circuit breakers switching is known to produce voltage resonance. Use appropriate caution in circuit design. (See IEEE Draft #C57.142)

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 TRANSFORMERS FOR A VARIETY OF RECTIFIER CIRCUITS*
(27) Delta six pulse zigzag double way (23) Delta six pulse wye double way
R2

R2
R1
H2 30º H2
45º
R1 R3
Es R3
H1 H3 H1 H3

(45) Delta double wye six pulse with IPT (31) Delta 12 Pulse multiple delta-wye double way
N0 R3 R4
H2
N1 N2 R2
IPT H2
R3 R2 30º R6
R1 R5
R1 R4
H1 H3
R5 R6 IPT
H1 H3

24 pulse

36 pulse

1–2 3–2 5–2

1–1 3–1 5–1

H2 1–3 3–3 5–3

(– 5º) (– 15º) (– 25º)
H1
2–2 4–2 6–2

H3

2–3 4–3 6–3

2–1 4–1 6–1

(+ 5º) (+ 15º) (+ 25º)

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 Oil Refinery

Cogeneration Plant

Steel Rolling Mill

Water Treatment

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 Pocatello, ID
Liquid Filled:
Up to 100 MVA/230 kV

Roanoke, VA
Dry Type:
Up to 15 MVA/34.5 kV
Liquid Filled:
Up to 25 MVA/115 kV

Chihuahua, Mexico
Dry Type:
5 MVA/34.5 kV
Liquid Filled
10 MVA/69 kV

Corporate/National Sales Office*

220 Glade View Drive, Roanoke, VA 24012
540.345.9892 • Fax 540.342.7694
[email protected]

Manufacturing Plants
Roanoke, VA – 220 Glade View Drive, Roanoke, VA 24012
540.345.9892 • Fax 540.342.7694
Pocatello, ID – 3770 Poleline Rd. Bldg #37, Pocatello, ID 83201
208.238.0720 • Fax 208.238.1678
Chihuahua, Mexico – Complejo Industrial Chihuahua, Ave. Homero #3307, Chihuahua, Mexico
52.614.483.0000 • Fax 52.614.481.4900
Field Service – Installation/Maintenance/Spare Parts

* Visit our website at www.vatransformer.com to locate VIRGINIA TRANSFORMER CORP

a sales representative in your area or contact our
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