Transformer Equations (OCR GCSE Physics A (Gateway Science Suite)): Flashcards
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Transformer turns/voltage ratio
Transformer turns/voltage ratio
Power equation for 100% efficient transformer
Power equation for 100% efficient transformer
Power station generation voltage
Power station generation voltage
25,000 V
National Grid transmission voltage
National Grid transmission voltage
400,000 V
National Grid voltage increase factor
National Grid voltage increase factor
16
Factor current reduced by (no energy losses)
Factor current reduced by (no energy losses)
16
Heating effect reduction factor
Heating effect reduction factor
256
How 256 relates to 16
How 256 relates to 16
Formula: power in terms of pd and current
Formula: power in terms of pd and current
Formula: power in terms of current and resistance
Formula: power in terms of current and resistance
Why less current means more efficient transfer
Why less current means more efficient transfer
Less energy dissipated as heat
Power in 100% efficient transformer coils
Power in 100% efficient transformer coils
Same in both coils
