what could be the reason of a burnt current transformer in an electrical panel



what could be the reason of a burnt current transformer in an electrical panel..

Answer / mn krishnamurthy

CT is being used as converter for Measuring High currents During this process it will generate very high voltages if it kept in open circuit condition it will braek the insulation of the conducter and recirculated current due to insulation failure burns the transformer

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