Transformer Dot Convention 

Created: 5/20/2020Last Updated: 07/06/2023

Definition

The dot convention is a notation used to indicate the phase relationships between voltage and current in primary and secondary windings of a transformer. Depending on how the windings are wound around the transformer core, the phase relationship can be either in-phase or 180 degrees out of phase.

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Detailed Explanation

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