Abstract: A transformer core comprises a plurality of segments of amorphous metal strips. Each of the segments comprises at least one packet of the strips. The packet comprises a plurality of groups of cut amorphous metal strips arranged in a step-lap joint pattern. Packets thus formed can have C-shape, I-shape or straight segment-shape configurations. Assembly of the transformer is accomplished by placing at least two of the segments together. Core manufacturing is simplified and core and coil assembly time is decreased. Stresses otherwise encountered during manufacture of the core are minimized and core loss of the completed transformer is reduced. Construction and assembly of large core transformers is carried out with lower stress and higher operating efficiencies than those produced from wound core constructions.

Abstract: A dry-type power distribution transformer has a generally rectangular, wound amorphous metal core and a resin encapsulated, generally rectangular coil. The core has a generally rectangular core window within which is located a substantially straight section of the coil. When assembled to form a power distribution transformer, the shape of the coil's substantially strait section conforms to the shape of the core window. The transformer is inexpensive to manufacture, exhibits low resistivity and low core loss, and is light weight, compact and reliable in operation.

Abstract: A transformer core comprises a plurality of segments of amorphous metal strips. Each of the segments comprises at least one packet of the strips. The packet comprises a plurality of groups of cut amorphous metal strips arranged in a step-lap joint pattern. Packets thus formed can have C-shape, I-shape or straight segment-shape configurations. Assembly of the transformer is accomplished by placing at least two of the segments together. Core manufacturing is simplified and core and coil assembly time is decreased. Stresses otherwise encountered during manufacture of the core are minimized and core loss of the completed transformer is reduced. Construction and assembly of large core transformers is carried out with lower stress and higher operating efficiencies than those produced from wound core constructions.