An electronic component which changes one voltage to another using the principle of inductance. A transformer is comprised of two coils of wire, one coil having a different number of windings from the second. The first coil converts electricity into a magnetic field, and the second converts a magnetic field into electricity. If the input voltage has more windings, the output voltage will be lower and have a higher amperage. If the input voltage has fewer windings, the output voltage will be higher and have a lower amperage. Transformers are not efficient devices, and some electricity is lost.
An electrical device that will raise or lower electricity’s voltage and current.
device for converting variations of current in one circuit into variations of voltage and current in another circuit
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An electrical device consisting of a magnet with wires coming in and would around it on one side, then another set of wires wound around it on the other side. It allows isolation of one side to the other since the wires are not actually touching each other but it still allows (alternating) electrical current to pass. Depending on the ratio of the number of times the two different wires are wound around the magnets, it will also change the amount of voltage/wattage passed through it such tas changing a micrjophone level signal to a line level signal. Power transformers step-up or step-down electricity that's then used to power other electrical devices at a different voltage.
An electrical component consisting of multiturn coils of wire placed in a common magnetic field (medium) which will transfer electrical energy from one electrical circuit to the next. A transformer will only pass alternating currents (AC) and will not pass direct current (DC). By adjusting turn ratios, a step up or down condition of voltage can be achieved.
A device for changing ( transforming) high-voltage Alternating Current (AC) into low-voltage AC.
Steps AC voltage up or down, depending on the application.
equipment used to reduce mains voltage to SELV
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An electrical device that transfers energy from one circuit to another purely by magnetic coupling. People often wonder what kind of transformer they need; a basic guideline is that the maximum number of lights that can be connected is determined by the total wattage of all the fixtures attached to the transformer system. If the transformer is 100-watt, the total wattage must not exceed 100 watts. For example if you had 10 garden lights with 10-watt bulbs, you would need a 100 watt transformer. Do not exceed the maximum wattage capacity, if your total wattage is too high, divide the load between two transformers or look for a more powerful transformer.
Electrical device for changing AC voltage and current
Electrical device used to convert one signal to another; the transformers carried by Simpson convert high AC current signals to either a 0-5 AC Amp signal or a 0-10 AC Volt signal
An electromagnetic device for changing the voltage of alternating current electricity. Every transformer has a primary coil and one or more secondary coils. The primary coil receives electrical energy from a power source and couples this energy to the secondary coils by means of a changing magnetic field. The energy appears as an electromagnetic force across the coil, and if a load is connected to the secondary the energy is transferred to the load. The voltage at which electric power is used in motors and lamps is less than that required for distribution. It is necessary to raise the voltage at the generating station to the value required for transmission, which is called "step up" the voltage. Then to lower it at the point of consumption to the values required by the motors and lamps, which is called "step down". The transformer is what makes these changes in voltage.
a device that is used to pass an alternating voltage from one circuit to another. In the process, the voltage may be increased or decreased.
a device constructed of two adjacent multiturn coils of wire to increase or decrease an AC voltage without loss of power (see figure 20.7 and equation 20.6)
A device having primary and secondary inductors for altering a-c signal amplitudes, impedance matching, and isolation purposes.
An electromagnetic device that changes the voltage of electricity. A "step-up" transformer increases voltage and a "step-down" transformer decreases voltage.
An electrical device consisting of a magnetic core and one or more windings, used to change the voltage of an AC circuit from one value to another or to isolate portions of the circuits from others.
A transformer is a static electrical device which by electro-magnetic induction, transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another circuit usually with changed values of voltage and current.
An electrical device that can be used to provide circuitry isolation, signal coupling, impedance matching, or voltage step-up .
An electrical device by which alternating current of one voltage is changed to another voltage.
A component used to change AC voltage to meet specific requirements.
A TRANSFORMER is a device used to change the voltage levels of electricity to facilitate the transfer of electricity from generating stations to customers. A step-up transformer increases the voltage while a step-down transformer decreases it.
A device that allows for easily changes in voltage levels of electrical current.
a device that converts voltages
A device used to change alternating current from one voltage to another.
In electric signs, the mechanical or electronic component that transforms the voltage coming into the sign(the primary voltage) into a higher or lower voltage (the secondary voltage) necessary to run the sign. Most signs-especially neon, which operate at 990-15,000 volts- require a higher voltage to operate,but all low-voltage lighting requires a step-down transformer (unless powered by a battery).
An electrical component consisting of two or more coils of wire used to transfer electric current from one AC circuit to another through magnetic coupling.
A device that uses principals of electromagnetic induction to "step-up" (increase) or "step-down" (decrease) voltage from an AC source.
A device that uses the principal of mutual induction to convert alternating current in the primary windings into alternating current with voltage and current of a different value in the secondary windings.
An electric device consisting of two coils that can be used to raise (step-up) or reduce (step-down) voltage through the use of induction between the coils. There are two types : Single-phase (residential) and three-phase (industrial) transformers.
Abv. XFMR A device consisting essentially of two or more coils of insulated wire that transfers AC energy by electromagnetic induction from one winding to another at the same frequency but usually with changed voltage and current values. Transformers can step-up or step-down.
A set of coils wound on an iron core in which a magnetic field couples energy between two or more coils or windings.
a core of metal around which are normally wrapped two coils of wire
a device consisting of two or more coils of wire wound on a common core of magnetically permeable material
a device constructed of two or more coils in close proximity to each other, with the express purpose of creating a condition of mutual inductance between the coils
a device for stepping down, stepping up or isolating AC voltages or signals
a device for stepping-up, or stepping-down, the voltage of an alternating electric signal
a device in which two circuits are coupled by a magnet
a device normally used with alternating current ("AC") circuits, used to convert high-voltage AC power into low-voltage AC power, and for many other purposes
a device that changes AC electric power at one
a device that changes or transforms alternating current of one voltage to alternating current of another voltage
a device that changes the ratio of current to voltage
a device that changes voltage from one level to another
a device that converts a voltage to a magnetic field and then back to a voltage again
a device that converts one AC voltage to another
a device that increases or decreases the electricity voltage and current that is being distributed
a device that transfers energy from one AC system to another
a device that uses induction to increase or decrease the voltage in a circuit
a device used for converting an alternating electric current from one voltage to another, depending upon electro-magnetic induction
a device which is used for coupling a signal or power from a source to a load in an efficient manner
a device which through user action can be transformed into three or more optimal shapes for different functions
a device which transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another with no physical connection
a good example of electromagnetic induction
a huge piece of metal with hundreds sometimes thousands of feet of wire inside the case to turn the voltage into current so that it can drive a speaker
a magneticly coupled device which transfers energy by the change
a more complicated arrangement of wires, iron, and insulation that a bushing or an insulator
an electrical apparatus to convert alternating current from one voltage to another
an electrical device that allows an AC input signal (like audio) to produce a related AC output signal without the input and output being physically connected together
an electrical device that by electromagnetic induction transforms electric energy from one or more circuits to one or more other circuits at the same frequency
an electrical device that changes one AC voltage to another
an electrical device that consists of two coils of wire, each with two "phase" conductors, or, at this juncture, simply two connection points or terminals
an electrical device that is used to convert AC power at a certain
an electrical device that takes electricity of one voltage and changes it into another voltage
an electrical device that transfers energy from one circuit to another by magnetic coupling with no moving parts
an electrical device used to change the voltage in an electric circuit
an electrical device used to convert AC power at a certain voltage level to AC power at a different voltage, but at the same frequency
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an electromagnetic device that has a primary winding and a
an energy coupling device that takes electrical energy at one voltage and transforms it to another voltage
an inductor and does store power
an iron core with windings placed on either johnson starley side in
an iron core with windings placed on either side in relationship to the voltage reduction or increase
a pair of coils of wire linked by a piece of iron
a pair of mutually-inductive coils used to convey AC power from one coil to the other
a passive electrical device designed to change one voltage to another by magnetic induction
a really simple device (here you can find a complete description)
a simple and efficient device made up of coiled wire wrapped around an iron core, which is used to convert electric power from one voltage level to another
a simple, and, generally inexpensive device which the user could even make themselves if they so desired (although I don't recommend this)
a simple, old-fashioned turn of wire around a magnetic core, and produces an output that is identical to the input, but with (in this case) half the voltage
a static electrical device that transfers energy from one electrical circuit to another by magnetic coupling
a static Electrical device which essentially transforms voltage or current, the total power remaining unchanged, except for a small loss in the process
a static piece of electrical equipment which transfers power from one voltage system to another by means of electromagnetic induction
a voltage converter for alternating current
a Voltage convertor, not a generator
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a machine that uses magnetic fields to change the voltage and current levels of electric power.
A device used to increase or decrease the voltage of an electricity supply. Electricity and magnetism
a devise in the ballast that transforms electric current from one voltage to another.
A coil that changes the voltage. If it increases it, it is called a "step-up" transformer.
an electrical device used for converting voltage or current levels by either stepping up or down the level.
A device used for changing AC voltage or isolating a circuit from its power source.
A type of magnetic device that will convert AC voltages to AC voltages, no matter what the level is. An ideal transformer will require no magnetic current, and will be a lossless device where no energy is stored. read more...
Device used to change the voltage of electrical circuits
device used to raise or reduce voltage. Made up of two coils linked by a magnetic field.
a device that can change an input voltage to a higher or lower output voltage.
Power is transferred along transmission lines at very high voltage. Transformers are then used to "step down" or reduce the voltage to a usable voltage level.
Commonly a large, square-shaped or toroidal (doughnut-shaped) component used in the power supply of an amplifier to convert AC main voltage to other suitable voltages. Transformers are sometimes employed as buffers between amps and speakers in order to match their impedances.
An electronic component consisting of two or more coils of wire in close proximity, allowing the transfer of energy from one to the other by means of inductive coupling. Many applications, including electrical isolation, voltage transformation, impedance matching, etc.
A component that transfers electric energy by magnetic induction from one circuit to another, usually with a change in voltage or current.
Reduces standard voltage from 120-volts to a safe 12-volts. There is no risk of electrical shock to children or animals if the cable is accidentally cut.
Transformers are electrical devices that can change the voltage of a signal. They only work with alternating current. Transformers
A device that builds up or cuts down the force of electricity.
A device that alters electrical current.
A device used to raise or lower electrical voltage.
A passive circuit component used to increase (step up) or decrease (step down) AC voltages
A device to change the voltage of alternating current electricity.
A device that changes AC voltage. Also called a "power adapter."
A device to raise or lower electric voltage.
A device designed to change the voltage of an A.C. supply. All transformers deliver A.C. current and this is converted to D.C. by the rectifier circuit in a Gaugemaster controller (see also primary and secondary winding). Transformers are often used to power accessories on a layout (e.g. Point Motors).
An "electromagnetic" device for changing the voltage of Alternating- current electricity. A Step-up Transformer increases the voltage from primary-to-secondary, while a Step-down Transformer decreases it.
An electromagnetic device that changes the voltage of AC up or down. It consists of an induction coil with an iron core and a primary and secondary winding, the ratio of which determines output voltage versus input voltage.
A device used to raise (step up) or lower (step down) a voltage level.
An electrical device that has two coils that are magnetically coupled.
A device which can raise or lower electrical voltage, generally used for low voltage lights.
A piece of electrical equipment used to convert electric power from one voltage to another voltage.
Equipment that is used to change the voltage of an electric current. Transformers can increase or decrease voltage.
An electrical device that steps up voltage and steps down current proportionally (or vice-versa). Transformers work with AC only. For DC, see converter. Mechanical analogy: gears or belt drive.
A transformer is an electrical device installed at a substation that transfers energy from one electrical circuit to another, and is often used to convert between high and low voltages and accordingly between low and high currents.
A coil of wire wrapped around an iron core that induces a current to another coil of wire wrapped around the same iron core.
a device that changes the intensity of electric current
At the base of the tower there is a transformer that alters the voltage of the electricity generated so that it can be fed into the local electricity network.
Electrical device that changes the amount of voltage in a wiring line
An electrical device for changing the voltage of alternating current.
Transformers are electrical devices with no moving parts, which change distribution voltages to higher or lower levels. When used with incandescent or halogen lamps, they typically step 120V distribution downward to 12V, although 5.5V and 24V models are also offered.
A device that increases or decreases the voltage of alternating current.
Multiple individual coils of wire wound on a laminate core. Transfers power from one circuit to another using magnetic induction. Usually used to step voltage up or down. Works only with AC current. See also: AC, Volts
A device which converts electrical power (alternating current) to electrical power of a different voltage. In this device both primary and secondary windings are usually stationary, and are wound on a common magnetic core.
The component in the ballast that transforms electric current from one voltage to another.
Electrical equipment that converts input voltage and current to a different output voltage and current. Return to Previous Location
Power source to the railway converting household mains to 12 volts.
A transformer is simple a device that transforms electricity form one voltage to another. The power coming out of the transformer cannot exceed that going in, so the output current is reduced in direct proportion to the gain in voltage.
an electrical device used to alter the voltage of alternating electric current
Device which transfers energy from one circuit to another by electromagnetic induction. Related Terms: Fly Back Converter | Secondary | Step-down transformer | Step-up transformer | Push-Pull Converter
A device that changes electric voltage. In Ontario, electricity typically leaves the generator at 20,000 volts or less, is stepped up to 115,000, 230,000 or 500,000 volts to be transmitted long distances and then stepped down to lower voltages to be distributed to customers ending up at a mere 110 volts in our homes. Each change in voltage is accomplished with a transformer.
Two wire coils with different number of windings, to allow alternating current (AC) power to be changed from one voltage and current into another, often used to raise voltage before transmission over long distances and reduce voltage to useful levels at final distribution points.
A device that transfers electric energy from one Alternating Current (AC) circuit to a second AC circuit, with no direct electrical connection. Transformers use electromagnetic energy to either increase (step up) or decrease (step down) the input voltage that is supplied as an output value appropriate for the load.
An electromagnetic device for changing alternating current (AC) electricity to higher or lower voltages
Device which uses two coils to either increase voltage and reduce current, or vice versa. Power is constant is a transformer. This device opperates by inducing current. Transformers are also giant robots which can disguise themselves as cars or other machines.
A device that transforms AC electricity from one voltage to another (up or down). (See EMF; Inductance)
A device used to lower or raise voltage. A distribution transformer lowers line voltage from 14,400 to 240 volts before the electricity enters a home or business.
Device designed to convert the voltage in a circuit from the normal 120 volts to a lower level; for example, to supply 12 volts to low-voltage exterior lights or 24 volts to a doorbell transformer.
The purpose of a transformer is to convert one AC voltage to another AC voltage.
A device for increasing or decreasing electrical current. Used by electrical utilities to convert high voltage levels for use in individual buildings.
A device used in an electrical circuit that reduces the voltage of incoming electrical power.
A device that helps transmit electrical energy over long distances by “stepping up†(increasing) or “stepping down†(decreasing) electrical pressure (voltage) to reach different users. Transformers range in size, depending on the voltage level being imported and exported. See Oil-filled Transformer.
A device used for changing the voltage of an AC circuit and/or isolation in a circuit from its power source.
A device that transfers energy from one circuit to another by electromagnetic induction.
A device consisting of two or more insulated coils of wire wound around a magnetic material such as iron, used to convert one AC voltage to another or to electrically isolate the individual circuits.
A device that raises or lowers the voltage of an alternating current electrical source.
A device that converts variations of current in a primary circuit into variations of voltage and current in a secondary circuit.
An electric device, without continuously moving parts, in which electromagnetic induction transforms electric energy from one or more other circuits at the same frequency, usually with changes of value of voltage and current.
A device, which through electromagnetic induction but without the use of moving parts, transforms alternating or intermittent electric energy in one circuit into energy of similar type in another circuit, commonly with altered values of voltage and current.
Two or more electrically isolated but magnetically coupled coils, sharing a common core or axis, and usually used to change the magnitude of an AC signal.
Changes electricity voltage. Electricity is transformed to a very high voltage before it is transported through transmission lines. However, homes and businesses require low voltage electricity. Transformers convert the electricity to the lower voltage. Transformers are found in substations and on power poles. Transformers are also found underground on buried power lines.
A power source for neon lamps in which electricity is converted to high voltage and very low current.
a device used to transform voltage levels to facilitate the transfer of power from the generating plant to the customer. A step-up transformer increases the voltage while a step-down transformer decreases it.
A static electrical device which by electromagnetic induction transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another circuit usually with changed values of voltage and current in the process.
Equipment vital to the transmission and distribution of electricity designed to increase or decrease voltage.
An electrical device that either raises or lowers the voltage of electricity.
passive electromagnetic component that transfers alternating-current (ac) power from one circuit to another; typically used to transform one ac voltage into another lesser or greater ac voltage.
In the context of sensemaking, a transformer is a program that converts information represented in one form to another form. A transformer program can be an important part of reducing re-encoding costs in sensemaking.
A device used to raise or lower voltage in electric distribution or transmission lines.
The unit which converts the household mains voltage down to the much lower and safer voltages that we use to run our trains.
An electrical device used to step down 120-volt current to 12-volt current for use on low-voltage lighting systems. A transformer provides roughly 1/10th of the input power.
Converts the generator's low-voltage electricity to higher voltage levels for transmission to the load center, such as a city or factory.
A device used in an electrical circuit that changes a voltage on the primary winding to another voltage level on the secondary winding(s). This transformation is accomplished via a mutual coupling effect between the primary winding and secondary winding(s), with the magnitude of change determined by the turns ratio between the windings. If the primary winding contains more turns than the secondary winding, then the voltage induced in that secondary winding will be decreased by an amount equal to the turns ratio between the primary & secondary winding, a transformer that does this is referred to as a Step Down Transformer. Whereas in a transformer that has a primary winding with less turns than the secondary, then the voltage induced in the secondary winding is increased by an equal amount to the turns ratio, this device is called a Step Up Transformer.
An electromagnetic device that can increase (step up) or decrease (step down) the voltage of alternating currents.
A device used to transfer electric energy from one circuit to another.
A transformer (as used on halogen task lighting), is a device that through the use of electromagnetic induction transforms high voltage (I20v) down to low voltage (12v). This is a step-down transformer.
Used to change the ratio of current to voltage.
A device used to increase or decrease electricity’s voltage and current.
A device, which transforms electric energy from one voltage to another. (see illustration)
An electrical device that changes the flow of electrons to match the needs of the tool being used, or the most efficient transmission (see below).
A device that raises or lowers the voltage or force of AC electricity.
A device for changing the voltage of alternating current. Step-up transformers increase voltage, for example, from a power plant to a transmission system. Step-down transformers reduce voltage, for example, from a transmission system to a distribution system or from a distribution line to a retail customer's premises.
a device that changes the voltage of electricity.
A device to change electrical current, i.e., 12 volt conveter or transformer changes 120 ACV to 12 DCV, power supply in a PC is a converter or transformer.
An electrical component used to reduce voltage to a level safe for various devices. Transformers are used to reduce voltage from high-tension lines for use in residential and commercial structures. Smaller transformers are used to reduce voltage from the wall socket to a household electrical device such as a computer.
Electrical equipment that converts input voltage and current to a different output voltage and current. In general, a transformer is any apparatus that continuously increases or decreases the voltage of a power supply. They are an important element in all neon signs, due to the high voltage required. (Fluorescent lamps require a specialized type of transformer unit called a ballast.)
is where the electric current generated by a power plant is stepped up to higher voltage, so that it will be strong enough to travel long distances through transmission lines. A transformer trades voltage for current just like the gears of a bicycle trade speed for push.
The device that is used for changing voltage, usually from 240 volts to low voltage, usually 12 volts. This makes the lighting system much safer and enables cables to be run across beds, rather than be buried as with a mains cable.
A device formed by two or more windings that are magnetically coupled to each other and providing a transfer of power electromagnetically from one winding to the another.
A device that reduces or increases voltage. In home wiring, transformers step down current for use with low-voltage equipment such as thermostats and doorbell systems. Home Improvement Encyclopedia
An electromagnetic device that changes the voltage of alternating current electricity. It consists of an induction coil having a primary and secondary winding and a closed iron core.
Used to isolate line voltage from a circuit or to change voltage and current to lower or higher values. Constructed of primary and secondary windings around a common magnetic core.
A device that is coupled by two or more coils of wire with the ability to transfer energy from one circuit to another.
Inductor with two or more windings. Through mutual inductance, current in one winding called a primary will induce current into the other windings called secondaries.