20kV Distribution Transformer Selection Guide
Reviewed by the Fengguang engineering team · Last updated 10 Nov 2026
Compact 20 kV distribution for industrial parks, mining and renewable projects. This guide covers the selection inputs, typical configuration and the questions to settle before the datasheet is approved.
What this family covers
Compact 20 kV distribution for industrial parks, mining and renewable projects.
20 kV distribution is used in industrial parks, mining, ports and utility networks where a higher medium voltage reduces line current and cable losses. The transformer must match both the 20 kV insulation level and the site's fault and load profile. Fengguang supplies 20 kV oil-immersed transformers from 30 to 2,500 kVA in the S11, S13 and S20 families. Typical configurations include sealed tanks, ONAN cooling, of
How to select
Start with the load in kVA, the voltage class, the fault level and the site conditions. Then choose the loss level, cooling, winding material, tap range and enclosure. Do not select from a catalogue without those inputs.
Typical configuration
Most projects start from a standard 20kV Distribution Transformer platform and adapt the cooling, terminals, protection and finish. The approved datasheet fixes the guaranteed values.
Questions to settle before the datasheet
Confirm the load profile, voltage ratio, tap range, impedance, fault level, cooling stage, ambient, altitude, enclosure, corrosion class, termination and test scope. These are the inputs that change the design.
Acceptance checks
Check the nameplate data, routine test report, dimensions, weight, painting, accessories and packing against the approved drawing. For critical projects, add a witnessed test and a document review.
| Input | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Capacity | kVA and load profile |
| Voltage | Class, ratio and tap range |
| Losses | No-load and load loss |
| Cooling | ONAN/ONAF or AN/AF |
| Environment | Ambient, altitude, IP and corrosion |
FAQ
How do I choose a 20kV Distribution Transformer?
Start from maximum demand, voltage class, fault level and site conditions. Then compare losses, cooling, dimensions and protection as a system.
Can the transformer be customised?
Yes. Winding material, losses, cooling, terminals, enclosure and finish are project options, confirmed on the approved datasheet.
What should be in the quotation?
Guaranteed losses, impedance, tap range, cooling stage, dimensions, weight, test scope, documents and delivery basis.
What is the most common selection error?
Sizing on connected load, ignoring ambient/altitude, or comparing models only on purchase price instead of total owning cost.
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