Current sense transformers are primarily used in electric power distribution stations and other generator/power stations because of its propensity to modify secondary alternating current to match primary current.

These components are also used to regulate safety by tracking the amount of current to alert engineers when currents are elevated past safety regulations.

The anatomy of current sense transformers are very similar to other types of transformers. They are commonly comprised of copper wire wrapped around a silicon steel ring.

Design Criteria, Inc. offers a line of current sense transformers in surface mount and thru-hole. Features include:

 

  • Surface Mount
  • Turns Ratio 100:1
  • Temperature Range: -55°C to 125°C
  • 500VDC Isolation
  • 10 A Peak Primary Current
  • Designed for custom applications

 

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Works Cited:

“Current transformer”. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Current_transformer#. Wikipedia. Accessed May 22, 2023. Published April 13, 2023.