Extending Transformer’s Life Expectancy with Condition Monitoring
Transformers provide safe and effective power distribution and transmission in modern power systems and electrical networks. Therefore, the benefit of a power utility is in the long service life of transformers - somewhere between three to four decades. However, many transformers age prematurely and lead to an increase in operational and maintenance budgets, unplanned downtime, and affect the network reliability of utilities. This is where condition monitoring systems step in. These systems help enhance transformers’ service life by preventing premature aging. In this blog, we look at the factors causing premature aging of transformers and how condition monitoring systems help boost their life expectancy. Common Factors That Initiate and Accelerate Transformer Aging Transformers provide safe and effective power distribution and transmission in modern power systems and electrical networks. Therefore, the benefit of a power utility is in the long service life of transformers - some...