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On-Load Tap-Changers
Naim Mahmoudi
Andreas Luger
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH
Transformer and OLTC
Delta application
What happens inside the transformer if the Motor Drive Unit will be operated?
Start operation
Contact system
Diverter Switch:
Switching arc
Carbonization of the
switching oil
Mechanical stress
Springs
Screw connections
Subject to weather
Protective relay
drive shafts
Mechanical stress for OLTC components during tap change operation (especially for
diverter switch parts in carbonized oil)
Updating measures
Tap changers of same type have been produced for periods of approx. 25 years.
During such a long period each product is subject to an innovation process (new materials, field
experience, etc.)
Shutdown of Transformer
Spare parts which are subject to wear: arcing contacts, drive shaft
coupling bolts etc.
MR service team: