How the Energy Distribution Process Works- Process Explained By Leading Transformer Exporter in India


We live in a world sustaining because of power but we never think about how this whole distribution process works. How the energy is transferred from to homes is never thought about. In this article, Rajasthan Powergen, the leading Power transformer manufacturer in India will help you in understanding the whole process.

Substations

Substation is the first point in the energy distribution process. The local energy provider after purchasing electricity transfers it to a substation. As the electricity which is transmitted here through the transmission lines is of very high voltage making it too powerful  (anywhere from 46,000 to 115,000 volts) and unsafe for usage at home, it has to be stepped down to a normal level. This process of bringing down power takes place at the substation.

Distribution Transformers

After the voltage has been brought down to 13,200-25,000 volts, it is still not safe enough to be directly transmitted to homes. Therefore it has to be reduced further to 120-240 volts and it is here that role of transformer becomes important. If you observe closely around the lanes of your home you'll notice a cylindrical device on a nearby utility pole, That's the transformer.



The Service Drop and Utility Meter

The service drop is a wire which is connected to the houses. In the next step of the energy distribution process the electricity is taken from the transformer to the service drop. A Device known as weatherhead in which the wires are connected if they are situated above the ground. It serves as the point where the utility's equipment and yours connects. If you have underground wiring, the service wire is connected to your meter box. It also allows the utility to measure the amount of power consumed.

How Power Gets to Your Home

A meter box is placed in the house to which a breaker box is connected throw wire. From the wiring system of the house sends energy to the outlets and light switches.
So hopefully this brief article was of help to you. Some of the equipment used are Lightning arrestors, low-side and high-side breakers and voltage regulators. Each of these are regularly maintained at the plant of leading Manufacturer of transformer in India Rajasthan Powergen so that they remain in the best condition. It takes a lot of effort and money to bet energy transmitted to you in the comforts of your home.

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