Current transformers are very important parts of power grid flow measurement; they can be found in large volumes on all power grids at specific intervals. They are also found mounted on homes and businesses for the purposes of measuring electricity flow; these transformers are fitted with meters that can be easily read by utility workers. Read More…
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Johnson Electric Coil Company
Antigo, WI | 800-826-9741We believe in offering the very best to all customers. We offer a full range of transformers, including electric transformers, current, and toroidal transformers.

Triad Magnetics
Perris, CA | 951-277-0757With more than 500 current transformer manufacturers in the world, Triad Magnetics realizes you have a choice. Why choose Triad? Having served the needs of many industries for more than half a century, Triad believes its experience makes the difference. And if there is one point experience has taught it, it is that it must remain flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the market.

Lenco Electronics, Inc.
McHenry, IL | 815-344-2900Lenco Electronics, Inc. specializes in a wide variety of custom electric transformers. Lenco’s success has not come about by accident, but by providing its customers with high-quality products.

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Waterloo, ON | 800-565-9118For over 60 years we have been designing magnetics for power electronics applications that are on the leading edge of innovation! Our electric transformers provide a long lasting value to stand up to the tests of time. We are committed to accurate pricing and to the quality and durability of our designs, including a COMPREHENSIVE 5-year Warranty. Visit our website or get in touch with us today to learn more about how we can help!

Gowanda Electronics, Inc.
Gowanda, NY | 716-532-2234Gowanda is a global supplier and manufacturer of electronic parts used in the defense, space, medical, railway, and industrial industries. We specialize in inductors, transformers, coils, and more. Our credibility stems from more than our AS9100, ISO9001, and ISO13485 certifications. We conduct in-house lab testing, invest in prototyping equipment, and maintain an expansive network of suppliers.

Because of the role they play in the measurement and control of the flow of electricity, current transformers are an essential part of all electricity control and access systems. Current transformers are used to obtain the measure of current in an AC power transducer. Current transformers also retain the ability to transform current to a value suitable for measurement or control. These transformers provide isolation and a step-down current output.
Accuracy and cost of current transformers depend on core materials. In a current transformer, the wire to be gauged is placed within the opening of the device and a measure of either alternating voltage or alternating current is produced.
The simplest form of a current transformer consists of two coils of wire, electrically insulated from one another and arranged so that a change in the current in one coil (the primary) will produce a change in voltage in the other (the secondary).
The transformers are designed to provide a current in its secondary, which is accurately proportional to the current flowing in its primary. There are several types of current transformers including protective, measuring, air-gapped, anti-remanence, wideband and linear current transformers as well as differing styles including split core and clamp-on current transformers. As is true with all other electricity control and measuring equipment, extra care must be taken when servicing or inspecting current transformers in order to avoid injury or equipment damage.