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Pick the right transformer rating

From your connected load, demand factor and growth, we calculate the kVA needed, suggest a standard rating and show the full-load currents on both sides.

You’ll get
  • Standard kVA rating
  • LV and HV full-load currents
  • Indicative fault level

Your inputs

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Result
-kVA

Day-1 demand-
Loading on day 1-
LV full-load current-
HV full-load current-
LV fault level (indicative)-
Spare capacity-

Demand vs rating

Indicative estimate only. Real results depend on your equipment, site conditions and applicable standards. This is not a design or an offer.

Want this checked by an engineer?

Send us your result and we’ll review it and prepare a recommendation and quotation.

How we calculate

Method & assumptions

  • kVA neededkW × demand factor ÷ PF × (1 + growth) ÷ target loading.
  • Standard ratings25, 63, 100, 160, 200, 250, 315, 400, 500, 630, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500 kVA.
  • CurrentsI = kVA × 1000 ÷ (√3 × V).
  • Fault levelFull-load current ÷ impedance - a rough upper bound at the transformer terminals.
  • ImportantMotor starting, harmonics, ambient and the utility’s requirements can change the choice; we confirm in the proposal.
FAQ

About this calculator

What demand factor should I use?

0.6 - 0.8 is typical for industrial plants where not everything runs at once. Use your actual load study if you have one.

Why a target loading of 80%?

It leaves headroom for peaks and keeps efficiency and life healthy. Utilities sometimes require different limits.

Oil-immersed or dry type?

Dry-type and cast-resin suit indoor, fire-sensitive areas; oil-immersed is typical outdoors. See our transformer range.

Do you supply and install?

We supply a full range and can support installation; send an enquiry.