Transformer Health

By definition, “Health” is the state of being free from illness or injury.

What is the Health of your Power Transformers? Do you know how well your transformers are performing and when is the next failure going to happen?

Dissolved gas analysis can be applied just as blood tests are to assess your own body’s health. Yes, it is possible!

The human body consists of various organs and systems, each serving distinct purposes and functions, but they all have finite lifespans. A failure of some systems can cause death and some can be treated to recovery to maintain a longer life. Every entity in existence has a predetermined lifespan. Thus, it’s crucial to gauge one’s health status and diligently monitor for any signs of illness.

I am deeply passionate about power transformers and prioritizing both my health and the maintenance of my assets. I take pride in ensuring that both aspects of my life are in excellent condition. With this goal in mind, I am excited to announce the launch of my blog, where I will share insights and ideas aimed at driving continuous improvements in the management of power transformer life cycles.

There are many books and texts out there on power transformers, so I intend to provide a succinct version that is well-researched and can be quickly applied. Just like humans, power transformers have a limited design life which may either be exceeded or diminished depending on how it has been operated or “living”. The main topics covered are: