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Single & Three-Phase Padmount Transformers

Pacific Transformer offers a complete line of liquid-filled padmount distribution transformers — in stock and ready to ship. With high voltages up to 46 kV and ratings up to 10,000 kVA, our compartmental-type three-phase padmount transformers are designed to provide underground or throated power distribution to commercial, industrial, and institutional loads.

Padmount Transformer

In Stock & Ready to Ship

High-grade materials, combined with sophisticated engineering design systems are key elements of a transformer that will deliver decades of reliable service. Made-to-order lead times: 12–14 weeks.

Specifications Single-Phase Three-Phase
Sizes 15 kVA – 250 kVA 45 kVA – 10,000 kVA
Temperature Rise 65°C, 55/65°C 65°C, 55/65°C, 65/75°C, 75°C
Fluid Mineral Oil or FR3 Type II Mineral Oil or FR3
High Voltage 2,400 V – 35,000 V 2,400 V – 46,000 V
Low Voltage 120 V – 600 V 208Y/120 V – 14,400 V
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Cooling Class ONAN, ONAF, K NAN, K NAF
Winding Material Copper or Aluminum

Construction

Grain-oriented silicon steel core, DOE 2016 Efficiency, UL Listed, NEMA TR1 Sound Level. Equipped with lifting lugs — 1 standard for single-phase, 4 for three-phase units.

Accessory Options

Stainless steel nameplate, pressure relief valve, pressure vacuum gauge, liquid temperature gauge, liquid level gauge, drain and sample valve, arrester(s), bayonet fusing, and LBOR switch.

Three-Phase Only

Steel barrier between HV and LV, pentahead bolts, 20"–30" cabinet depth, external drain/sample valve in lockable box, external switch and gauges in NEMA 3R box, gauge with alarm contacts.

Optional Designs

High voltage taps, dual voltage primary, stainless steel tank, skid-mounted options, throated connection / close-coupling, step-up with electrostatic shields, K-factor rating, and amorphous steel core.

Industries Served

From NASA payloads to guitar amplifiers, Pacific Transformer's custom magnetics power some of the most demanding applications in the world. Our engineering team has deep experience across industries where compliance, performance, and reliability aren't optional — they're required.

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Padmount Transformers

We offer single-phase padmount transformers from 15 kVA to 250 kVA, and three-phase padmount transformers from 45 kVA to 10,000 kVA. Both standard and custom configurations are available to match your specific power distribution requirements.
Yes — we maintain an inventory of commonly specified padmount transformers that are in stock and ready to ship. For made-to-order units with custom specifications, typical lead times are 12 to 14 weeks.
Our single-phase padmount transformers support high voltages from 2,400 V to 35,000 V with low voltages from 120 V to 600 V. Three-phase units support high voltages up to 46,000 V with low voltages from 208Y/120 V to 14,400 V.
Our padmount transformers are UL Listed, meet DOE 2016 Efficiency requirements, and comply with applicable NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, and DOE standards. Units are built with grain-oriented silicon steel cores and meet NEMA TR1 sound levels.
We offer mineral oil and FR3 natural ester fluid for single-phase units, and Type II mineral oil or FR3 for three-phase units. Cooling classes include ONAN, ONAF, K NAN, and K NAF depending on your application requirements.

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