A simple, untapped, single phase 480/120 VAC step-down control transformer is rated at 600 VA at 60 Hz. What is the rated secondary load current?
⢠Transformer VA rating and what it represents ⢠Relationship between VA, volts, and amperes in a singleâphase circuit ⢠Which side of the transformer (primary or secondary) the 120 VAC applies to in the question
⢠From the information given, ask: is the 600 VA rating tied to power, current, or voltage? ⢠Decide which voltage (480 V or 120 V) you should use to find the secondary current. ⢠Use the basic formula that links VA, voltage, and current, then solve for current and compare your result to the answer choices.
⢠Be sure you are using the secondary voltage (120 VAC) when finding the secondary current. ⢠Confirm you are using the correct formula: VA = Volts Ă Amps for singleâphase. ⢠After calculating, check that your current value is close to one of the listed choices and not off by a factor of 10 or 100.
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