How to specify a distribution transformer

Prepare a distribution-transformer RFQ with capacity, voltage ratio, frequency, vector group, impedance, losses, installation conditions, drawings and delivery requirements.

Start with the electrical duty

A useful RFQ connects the required capacity and voltage ratio to the actual load, grid and installation. A model name alone does not define the equipment. Use the following checklist and attach the available drawings; identify unresolved items instead of filling them with assumptions.

Specification itemInformation to provide
Capacity and quantityRated kVA/MVA, number of units, load profile and any future expansion requirement.
Voltages and frequencyPrimary/secondary rated voltage, system highest voltage, frequency and tapping range.
Connections and fault dutyVector group, neutral/earthing arrangement, required impedance and available fault information.
Losses, temperature and coolingNo-load/load-loss requirements with reference temperature, cooling mode and temperature-rise limits.
Site conditionsIndoor/outdoor location, ambient temperature, altitude, pollution/corrosion and enclosure requirements.
Physical and electrical interfacesTerminals, cable/busbar entry, footprint, maintenance clearances, accessories and monitoring.
Standards and evidenceDestination specification, applicable editions, routine/type/special tests, drawing and inspection document list.
Commercial and delivery inputsDestination, desired schedule, named port, requested trade/payment terms, packing and warranty requirements.

A short enquiry template

Project / destination:
Equipment / quantity:
Rated capacity:
Primary / secondary voltage and frequency:
Vector group / impedance / taps:
Loss and temperature requirements:
Site / enclosure / cooling:
Standards / tests / drawings:
Requested delivery and commercial conditions:
Open technical questions:

Attach the available design inputs

A single-line diagram, load list, site/layout drawing and destination specification help align the proposal. Send the enquiry summary through the form, or contact Mingyu Ma by email to coordinate drawings. Clarify document revisions and unresolved items before final approval.

Final ratings, configuration, performance and supply scope are defined in the project technical agreement.

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