OceanSphere
Engines

Transformer

high 2 models total
Step-up/step-down transformers for voltage conversion on board.
30 yr
Typical Lifetime

Typical Manufacturers

ABB Siemens SGB

2 manufacturers · 2 models

ABB Marine (Finland/Switzerland)

1
Marine Dry-Type Transformer
50-5,000 kVA · Electrical Power Transformation
Voltage: 440V-11kV
Type
Dry-Type Transformer (Marine)
Size Range
  • 50kVA
  • 200kVA
  • 500kVA
  • 1000kVA
  • 5000kVA
Drive Type
N/A (passive)
Construction
Cast resin or VPI (Vacuum Pressure Impregnated), marine-certified
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Winding insulation degradation from age/moisture/heat
  • Core lamination vibration noise
  • Terminal connection loosening from vibration
  • Cooling fan failure (forced-air models)
  • Partial discharge in HV windings
Service: Insulation resistance test annually. Winding temperature monitoring continuous. Core bolt torque check at 5-year survey. Fan replacement every 5-10 years.
Spare Parts: ABB Marine. Lead time: 4-8 weeks for standard sizes. Custom sizes: 8-16 weeks.

Siemens (Germany)

1
GEAFOL Marine Transformer
50-3,000 kVA · Electrical Power Transformation
Voltage: 400V-11kV
Type
Cast Resin Dry-Type Transformer
Size Range
  • GEAFOL 50kVA
  • GEAFOL 200kVA
  • GEAFOL 1000kVA
  • GEAFOL 3000kVA
Construction
Cast resin insulation, marine-vibration-tested
Common Failures & Inspection Points
  • Cast resin cracking from thermal cycling/vibration
  • Winding insulation aging
  • Fan failure
  • Terminal loosening
Service: Standard transformer maintenance. Insulation test annually.
Spare Parts: Siemens Transformers. Lead time: 4-8 weeks.