Magnetic balance test of transformer

Magnetic balance test of transformer is conducted only on three phase

transformers to check the imbalance in the magnetic circuit.

Procedure of Magnetic balance test of transformer

1) First keep the tap changer of transformer in normal position.
2) Now disconnect the transformer neutral from ground.
3) Then apply single phase 230V AC supply across one of the HV winding
terminals and neutral terminal.
4) Measure the voltage in two other HV terminals in respect of neutral terminal.
5) Repeat the test for each of the three phases.

In case of auto transformer, magnetic balance test of transformer should be

repeated for IV winding also.

There are three limbs side by side in a core of transformer. One phase winding is
wound in one limb. The voltage induced in different phases depends upon the
respective position of the limb in the core. The voltage induced in different phases
of transformer in respect to neutral terminals given in the table below.

Central Right side

Left side phase phase phase

AN BN CN

Voltage applied at left side phase 230 V 180 V 50 V

Voltage applied at central phase 115 V 230 V 115 V

Voltage applied at right side phase 50 V 180 V 230 V