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Basically, Transformers use magnetic energy to transmit a signal (voltage or current) from its primary to secondary. So there needs to be a magnetic flux associated with it. As we know, alternating current produces a variable flux and it causes an emf change in the secondary winding. But direct currents produce a constant magnetic flux which does not help to build up emf in the secondary. Another disadvantage is that there would be no self induced emf in the primary which opposes the changing current (in case of alternating currents) according to Lenz's law. So, the primary winding may burn out due to heavy constant current and its low input resistance.

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If a dc voltage of 12v is added to the secondary of step down transformer and rating of transformer is 220 input and 12v output what will be the result from primary of transformer?

Adding a DC voltage to the secondary of a transformer will not have an effect on the primary side, as transformers work on the principle of electromagnetic induction which is based on alternating current. The primary side of the transformer will still operate based on the input AC voltage of 220V. The DC voltage on the secondary side will not be transferred to the primary side.


What is TUF for half wave rectifier?

It indicate how well the input transformer is being utilized. It is given by the ratio of DC output power to the AC power rating of Transformer.


What is dcdc chopper?

A chopper or DC-DC converter is a circuit or technique used to convert a constant DC signal into a variable DC signal where by using switching technique known as PWM(pulse width modulation). A chopper is a static device that converts dc input into dc output voltage directly. A chopper may be thought of as an ac transformer since they behave the same.


Will using a transformer to convert 230V to 12V DC consume more energy than using a few capacitors and resistors without a transformer?

no, the transformer is much more efficient <><><> HOWEVER- a transformer only changes the voltage of AC current- it does not change it to DC. You will still need diodes or rectifiers. You can also use a motor/generator- a 230v AC motor turns a 12 v DC generator.


Does electrical transformer use a DC or AC source?

A transformer is a device to convert high voltage AC to low voltage AC & vice-versa. It works on the principle of induction. Since induction occurs only in an AC supply, a transformer cannot work on DC.. So, it is not possible to convert DC supply to AC using transformer. You would need an inverter to convert DC to AC.

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Why cant a 18V battery be used as the input of a transformer?

The transformer needs AC at its input. The battery provides DC.


Is it possible to use DC to DC converters as DC transformers for very high voltage?

A: a transformer input will always demand an AC input a DC input may actually damage it if enough power is available


Why transformer works on ac not dc give two reasons?

A transformer requires a changing input to generate an output.


If a dc voltage of 12v is added to the secondary of step down transformer and rating of transformer is 220 input and 12v output what will be the result from primary of transformer?

Adding a DC voltage to the secondary of a transformer will not have an effect on the primary side, as transformers work on the principle of electromagnetic induction which is based on alternating current. The primary side of the transformer will still operate based on the input AC voltage of 220V. The DC voltage on the secondary side will not be transferred to the primary side.


How do you reduce DC?

by using a resistor or capacitor or transformer


How do you make ac into DC in a ac transformer?

You can not change AC into DC using a transformer. A transformer changes the voltage levels. To change AC into DC, you would need a rectifier. To change that into smooth DC you need a capaciter and a voltage regulater


Why do you obtain more dc voltage than ac voltage in power supply design by using transformer?

You don't. Transformers only work with AC voltage. Their input will be an AC waveform, and their output will be an AC waveform. Other electronics are used to convert the stepped down AC waveform from the transformer to DC.


What is TUF for half wave rectifier?

It indicate how well the input transformer is being utilized. It is given by the ratio of DC output power to the AC power rating of Transformer.


What is DC to DC conversion?

A DC to DC converter is a type of switching regulated powersupply whose input is a DC voltage, it then switches that rapidly to make AC, which is applied to the primary of a transformer, the transformer then either steps up or down the voltage as desired, the AC from the secondary is then rectified and filtered to provide the output DC voltage. Regulation circuitry measures the output DC voltage, continuously adjusting the switching circuits on the input to keep the output constant.Most switching regulated powersupplies are DC to DC converters with a simple unregulated rectifier and filter to convert the input AC to DC. Usually it is called a powersupply when it provides more than one output DC voltage or if its input is AC; whereas it is called a converter only if it provides just one output DC voltage and its input is DC. But most of the circuitry is the same in both cases.


What is the type of transformer used to step down 230v ac to 48vdc?

A transformer alone cannot accomplish this. Transformers do not output DC directly, only AC. For DC output, additional components (rectifier, filter capacitor) are necessary. This would be properly called a DC power supply rather than just a transformer. To specify the proper power supply, you need at a minimum the input voltage (AC), the input frequency, the output voltage (DC), and the output current.


If your input is 6V and output is 12V then which device you use?

using dc-dc converter


What is dcdc chopper?

A chopper or DC-DC converter is a circuit or technique used to convert a constant DC signal into a variable DC signal where by using switching technique known as PWM(pulse width modulation). A chopper is a static device that converts dc input into dc output voltage directly. A chopper may be thought of as an ac transformer since they behave the same.

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