A new current transformer developed by Bourns is made with high-efficiency permalloy material that helps reduce heat loss and energy consumption. The technology also enables fast power conversion rates with elevated precision, making it ideal for power quality analysis.
It can support a wide range of rated current measurements, including high-frequency current sensing in power meters and motor load monitoring. The Model PCP300-T414250S Current Transformer has a maximum primary continuous current of 300 A, with a dielectric strength of up to 3.5 kV, which are required to help ensure the safety of both equipment and personnel.
The protective coil housing makes it suitable for applications that operate in challenging environments. Bourns designed this new current transformer line to allow customers to achieve faster, higher stability and safe electricity monitoring and management.
Permalloy is a nickel-iron alloy known for its high magnetic permeability, typically composed of about 80% nickel and 20% iron. A key property is its ability to easily magnetize and demagnetize. In a transformer, a high turns ratio refers to more turns on the secondary winding than the primary, enabling the output voltage to be higher than the input voltage, commonly known as a step-up transformer. For more info, see www.bourns.com.
