Summary

This TB presents the state-of-the-art techniques for core-type and shell-type transformer thermal modelling and makes recommendations for further improvements. It describes Thermal Hydraulic Network (THN) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models, benchmark simulations of a real winding, dynamic modelling and best practices for direct measurements. It is expected that the development and use of more performant thermal modelling tools, as described in this TB, will help optimise transformer thermal design and loading.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 659
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees
  • Power transformers and reactors (A2)
Working groups A2.38
File size 11 MB
Pages number 197
Price for non member 300 €
Price for member Free

Authors

HARTHUN

Transformer thermal modelling
Transformer thermal modelling