Do I need a special Transformer to put 240 VAC 3 phase into it and and get 480

Do I need a special Transformer to put 240 VAC 3 phase into
it and and get 480 VAC 3 phase out of it to run a machine?
Or, do I just use an ordinary step down transformer and step
up the voltage? Thanks

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Do I need a special Transformer to put 240 VAC 3 phase into it and and get 480 VAC 3 phase out of i..

Answer / joseph

The question is rather vague.

Since your machine is rated for 3 Phase, 480V, then just
use a three phase distribution transformer (11/.433 KV).

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Answer / rvg.msceb

Transformer can change the voltage levels, but do consider
the current ratings also.

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