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An 'isolation transformer' is a 1:1 ratio mutual transformer. It electrically isolates the secondary circuit from the primary circuit without changing the voltage level. A bathroom shaver socket uses an isolation transformer.

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Isolator is basically a switch which is used to open or close the supply lines when the lines carries no current.

It is commonly found in any substation.

Before starting any maintainance work, it is necessary to isolate the substation from incoming feeders. In such situations, isolators are kept open so as to ensure that there is no supply in the lines which are under maintainance.

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Isolator means disconnecting switch and it operates under no load condition.

It should be kept in mind that It does not have any specified current breaking capacity or current making capacity. Isolator is not even used for breaking load currents. ( But Circuit-Breaker can make and break electric circuit under normal current or short circuit conditions. ).

Operation and Operation Order:

While opening a circuit, the Circuit-Breaker is opened first, then Isolator is opened and then in last, Earthing Switch is closed.

Whereas while closing a circuit, Earthing Switch is Opened First, then Isolator is closed, and then in last, the Circuit-Breaker is closed.

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