copper transformer price

2025-08-19

When purchasing all-copper transformers, prices vary significantly due to multiple factors, and a direct "factory price" cannot be provided. Below are the key factors influencing the price and a general price range reference. For specific inquiries, please contact our factory: Dayuan Power.

🔧 Core Influencing Factors

1. Power/Capacity (kVA): Price increases with capacity.

Example: 30kVA Dry-type ≈ $860 - $2,140; 1000kVA Dry-type ≈ $8,570 - $21,430+

2. Voltage Level:

Low Voltage (e.g., 400V): More common, moderate pricing.

Medium/High Voltage (e.g., 10kV, 35kV): Requires higher insulation, price increases significantly.

3. Type:

Dry-type Transformer: More eco-friendly (oil-free), better fire resistance, simpler maintenance, but typically 20%-50% more expensive than oil-immersed of the same capacity.

Oil-immersed Transformer: Better heat dissipation, lower cost, potentially larger capacities, but requires fire/explosion prevention measures.

4. Cooling Method:

Self-cooling (AN): Lowest cost.

Forced Air Cooling (AF): Suitable for heavy loads, slightly higher price.

5. Brand & Certification:

Well-known brands (e.g., TBEA, XD, Sunten, Jinpan) have a premium of ~10%-30%, but offer more stable quality.

Possession of ISO certification, National Standard (GB) certification, Energy Efficiency Class (e.g., Level 1) also affects price.

6. Custom Requirements:

Special enclosure protection (IP rating), temperature rise class (e.g., Class F/H), low-noise design, etc., add 5%-20% to the price.

7. Order Quantity: Bulk purchases usually receive discounts (5%-15%).

8. Transportation & Installation: Costs for large transformers can account for 10%-20% of the total cost.

💰 Price Range Reference (USD, Tax-Inclusive Factory Price)

Capacity (kVA) Dry-Type All-Copper  Oil-Immersed All-Copper Remarks
50 $1,290 - $3,140 $860 - $2,430 Small equipment power supply
200 $2,860 - $6,430 $2,140 - $6,430 Small factories/buildings
630 $6,430 - $11,430 $5,000 - $11,430 Medium-sized projects
1000 $5,860 - $15,700 $6,430 - $14,290 Common for large industries
1600 $14,290 - $25,700 $9,290 - $21,430 Data centers/heavy industry

> ⚠️ Note: The above are estimated ranges. Actual prices subject to manufacturer quotation. Prices for MV/HV or special designs will be higher.

🔍 Steps to Obtain an Accurate Quote

1. Define Technical Parameters:

Capacity (kVA)

Input/Output Voltage (e.g., 10kV/400V)

Type (Dry-type/Oil-immersed)

Cooling Method

Protection Degree (e.g., IP20/IP23)

Energy Efficiency Class (e.g., Level 1/2)

2. Select Multiple Reputable Manufacturers:

Leading Domestic Brands: TBEA, XD Group, Sunten Electric, Jinpan Technology, Jiangsu Dayuan, etc.

Local Strong Manufacturers: Can save costs, but require strict qualification checks.

3. Provide Parameters for Quotation: Contact manufacturer sales directly with a detailed parameter list.

4. Request a Written Quotation: Specify material (all-copper winding), warranty period (typically 1-3 years), delivery time.

5. Compare Overall Costs: Consider warranty, after-sales service responsiveness; avoid choosing based solely on the lowest price.

📌 Key Recommendations

Insist on All-Copper: Aluminum winding transformers have ~20%-30% lower initial cost but higher losses, shorter lifespan, and are less economical long-term.

Prioritize Energy Efficiency: Level 1 efficiency transformers cost 5%-10% more but recoup this cost through electricity savings within 1-3 years.

Sample Testing: For large orders, request samples for third-party testing of copper purity and manufacturing quality.

Factory Visit: Consider visiting the factory before bulk purchasing to inspect production processes and quality control.