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The purpose of the conservator in a transformer is

A.

To cool the winding

B.

To prevent moisture in the transformer

C.

To prevent short circuit of primary and secondary winding

D.

To take up contraction and expansion of oil

Answer ( Option D)

To take up contraction and expansion of oil

Solution

●Due to change in transformer load and ambient temperature, the volume of the oil inside transformer also changes (increases and decreases).

●The conservator tank provides sufficient space to this expanded transformer oil.

Hence, the correct option is (D).

&Key Points:-

It also acts as a reservoir for transformer insulating oil.

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