ANSI Transformer Bushing Core Specs Working Benefits and Industrial Application Guide
Basic Overview
Ansi bushing stands for the porcelain insulating fitting manufactured according to american national standards, created exclusively for high‑voltage oil‑immersed transformers. The main function for every ansi transformer bushing is to create insulated outlets for conductive terminals to run through sealed transformer metal tanks. The thick glazed porcelain body separates live metal components from the grounded transformer casing and maintains safe insulation between inner transformer oil and the outside air. The widely‑used 55a ansi bushing product series provides multiple voltage grades from 15kv up to 34kv, alongside single‑hole and double‑hole terminal hardware. Power‑system professionals pick suitable umbrella quantities to reach targeted creepage distance and meet local environmental insulation demands. Ansi porcelain bushing counts as one irreplaceable mechanical‑insulation spare‑part for modern‑day high‑voltage transformer machinery.
Introduction Core Features Advantages and Application Scenarios
The outstanding structural traits of ansi porcelain bushing start with its multi‑umbrella glazed porcelain shell. The uneven umbrella‑shaped outer surface lengthens surface creepage path, cutting down flash‑over risks caused by dust, moisture and industrial pollutants. All metal fasteners receive anti‑oxidation surface processing for long‑term outdoor service. Unified ansi‑standard measurements enable convenient part swapping during transformer maintenance jobs.Major advantages of ansi bushing include robust mechanical strength, reliable high‑voltage dielectric performance, flexible installation choices, low breakdown frequency and broad‑ranging environmental adaptability. Buyers are able to select 4‑umbrella through 17‑umbrella configurations for low‑pollution or heavily‑polluted operating locations.Common application areas for the ansi transformer bushing cover municipal overhead‑line distribution transformers, heavy‑industry workshop power transformers, off‑grid industrial power‑supply equipment, construction‑site temporary power transformers and commercial building emergency power transformer devices. Transformer production plants, electrical hardware wholesalers and power‑station maintenance crews routinely purchase batches of ansi‑standard bushings for equipment assembly and overhaul‑work requirements.
Technical Parameter Table
| S N | Model | Shield | H | h1 | h2 | n*Ød | Ød1 | B | Creep distance | Code |
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| 1 | ANSI‑15KV‑55A‑single hole | 4‑umbrella | 380 | 156 | 184 | 1*14.3 | 101 | 31.8 | 279.4 |
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| 2 | ANSI‑18KV‑55A‑single hole | 7‑umbrella | 437.5 | 213 | 184 | 1*14.3 | 101 | 31.8 | 450.85 |
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| 3 | ANSI‑25KV‑55A‑single hole | 8‑umbrella | 490 | 266 | 184 | 1*14.3 | 99 | 31.8 | 523 |
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| 4 | ANSI‑25KV‑55A‑single hole | 10‑umbrella | 495 | 270 | 184 | 1*14.3 | 101 | 31.8 | 775 |
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| 5 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑single hole | 11‑umbrella | 567.5 | 344 | 184 | 1*14.3 | 107 | 31.8 | 774.7 |
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| 6 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑single hole | 15‑umbrella | 780 | 458 | 280 | 1*14.3 | 105 | 31.8 | 1114 |
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| 7 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑single hole | 17‑umbrella | 792 | 505 | 248 | 1*14.3 | 106 | 31.8 | 991 |
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| 8 | ANSI‑15KV‑55A‑double hole | 4‑umbrella | 380 | 156 | 184 | 2*14.3 | 101 | 76.2 | 279.4 |
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| 9 | ANSI‑18KV‑55A‑double hole | 7‑umbrella | 437.5 | 213 | 184 | 2*14.3 | 101 | 76.2 | 450.85 |
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| 10 | ANSI‑25KV‑55A‑double hole | 8‑umbrella | 490 | 266 | 184 | 2*14.3 | 99 | 76.2 | 523 |
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| 11 | ANSI‑25KV‑55A‑double hole | 10‑umbrella | 495 | 270 | 184 | 2*14.3 | 101 | 76.2 | 775 |
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| 12 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑double hole | 11‑umbrella | 567.5 | 344 | 184 | 2*14.3 | 107 | 76.2 | 774.7 |
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| 13 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑double hole | 15‑umbrella | 780 | 458 | 280 | 2*14.3 | 105 | 76.2 | 1114 |
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| 14 | ANSI‑34KV‑55A‑double hole | 17‑umbrella | 792 | 505 | 248 | 2*14.3 | 106 | 76.2 | 991 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 How long is the average service lifespan of qualified ansi bushing
A1 Premium‑grade ansi porcelain bushing can operate normally for 15 to 25 years with routine maintenance. Harsh surroundings like heavy dust, salt mist and chemical vapors will shorten its usable service life.
Q2 What cleaning supplies work well for dirty ansi transformer bushing
A3 Use soft cloth and neutral‑ph cleaning liquid to wipe the glazed porcelain exterior. Stay away from sharp hard tools that might scratch the smooth insulating glaze layer.
Q3 Should users pick single‑hole or double‑hole ansi bushing
A3 Confirm the transformer‑terminal layout first. Go for single‑hole units for single‑terminal wiring and choose double‑hole bushings when two parallel connecting terminals are needed.
Q4 Will high‑temperature summer weather affect ansi bushing performance
A4 Well‑manufactured ansi porcelain bushing tolerates wide temperature ranges. Glazed porcelain keeps stable insulating capacity under high‑temperature outdoor summer surroundings.
Q5 What creepage‑distance grade fits heavily polluted industrial zones
A5 Select ansi bushing models with maximum creepage distance such as the 1114‑millimeter 15‑umbrella 34kv specification for sites with heavy industrial waste and airborne pollutants.
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