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In the case of a transformer the simplest way to explain current is that it will be inversely proportionate to the voltage. For example: If you have a transformer that transforms 5000 volts down to 2500 volts you have a 2:1 ratio. The current ratio will then be 1:2. If you had 200 Amps on the 5000 volt side you will have 400 Amps on the 2500 volt side.

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There is a misconception that a transformer will 'step up' or 'step down' the primary current. In fact, the secondary current is determined by the secondary voltage and the impedance of the load, NOT by the primary current. The secondary current then determines the primary current by a factor equivalent to the reciprocal of the turns ratio.

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