Joe Guentert, Power Distribution Systems

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Electrical and Power July 25, 2012

Responses to some questions, more on snubbers

Over the course of this series of discussions, I have received a number of questions and comments from engineering firms by email.

By Joe Guentert, Power Distribution Systems
Electrical and Power July 18, 2012

Snubber components inside transformer enclosures

Placing snubber components inside transformer enclosures creates a dilemma for dry-type transformer manufacturers.

By Joe Guentert, Power Distribution Systems
Electrical and Power July 12, 2012

“Snubber” Networks – Are they effective?

Installing RC snubbers connected directly to the transformer primary windings is a common recommendation, but can snubbers really produce the desired result?

By Joe Guentert, Power Distribution Systems
Data Centers May 9, 2012

Dry-type transformer failures versus liquid transformer failures

In this "Cut the Copper" installment, Guentert explains how, when properly installed, liquid-filled transformers in data center power systems are more reliable than air-cooled dry-type transformers.

By Joe Guentert, Power Distribution Systems
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