removing moisture from transformers
The electrical grid relies upon transformers' continuous delivery of
red power. When a transformer fails, a power outage occurs. Power outages and other interruptions in the electrical grid cost the U.S. economy at least $150 billion annually, computing to an annual loss of $500 per every woman, man and child in the U.S. Therefore, the removal of moisture and other byproducts of insulation degradation using high quality adsorbents is imperative for overall transformer life.
Both laboratory and field testing prove the most effective method for removing moisture from transformers is the use of desiccants and adsorbents. After examining a variety of methods in both categories, activated alumina is proving most effective in maintaining electrical transformer life and efficiency.DAI Drysphere(TM), a specialized edition of activated alumina developed for the electrical transmission industry extracts and absorbs three times more water than any other alumina product on the market.
Oil transformers require advanced drying capabilities to ensure the system remains devoid of moisture, which interrupts energy transmission. Water degrades a transformer's insulation system, leaving it vulnerable to mechanical
red stress and breakdown. Each doubling of water content inside a transformer reduces the system's life by half.
