Largest phase-shifting transformer arrives in Monticello
USA, Utah: With the arrival of the second shipment from China, the Rocky Mountain Power Pinto substation outside Monticello, Utah has become home to the largest phase-shifting power transformer in the United States, and the second largest in the world.
USA, Utah: With the arrival of the second shipment from China, the Rocky Mountain Power Pinto substation outside Monticello, Utah has become home to the largest phase-shifting power transformer in the United States, and the second largest in the world.
Because of its size, the transformer was transported in two pieces. Each transformer piece made its way to Monticello on a 30-axle, 126-metre-long, six-metre-wide transport vehicle with 240 tires that was pulled by one or two trucks and pushed by five other trucks, reports San Juan Record.
Once the two main elements are fully assembled and online, the unit will weigh approximately 1,133 tons.
The transformer manufactured in China will help transport power generated at the 27-turbine Latigo Wind Farm, which is under construction north and west of Monticello.
It is also the third transformer to be placed in the Pinto substation and will allow more electricity to be transferred within the system.
Source: San Juan Record
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