Patent ID: 6787704
Filing Date: 2004-09-07
Classification: H01F

Abstract:
An apparatus that provides improved transformer voltage rating, comprising:a transformer bushing for use within a transformer, said busing having: an insulating mounting bracket with a first and second shoulder; and a conductor which extends through and is molded into said insulating mounting bracket with a first portion for connecting to transformer windings and a second portion for connecting to an external circuit; means for enclosing a portion of said conductor and said second shoulder of said insulating mounting bracket with insulating material, wherein a distance between an un-insulated portion of said second portion of said conductor and a wall of the casino of said transformer is greater than without said insulating material; and means for extending said second portion of said conductor to provide an extended second portion having a conductor extension attached to said second portion, wherein said means for enclosing encloses both said second portion of said conductor and a portion of said conductor extension.