How To’s

Step-by-step instructions for replacing a bayonet fuse in a padmount transformer. Includes tools, safety procedures, and installation steps.

When standard fusing reaches its capacity limits, you need a different way to protect your transformer. Learn how integrated vacuum interrupters compare to standalone switchgear for high-kVA applications.

Learn how to install a low voltage dry-type transformer with this general guide covering wiring, primary tap settings, grounding, anchoring, and NEC compliance.

Not sure whether to buy new or used? Learn what to expect when purchasing a dry-type transformer and how Maddox tests and warranties every unit for reliable performance.

Learn what transformer bushings are, how they work, their two main types (dead-front and live-front bushings), and when each type works best in padmount and substation transformers.

Thomas’s solar company had a reputation for doing quality work on time. They needed a transformer partner who would do the same.

A bushing allows a conductor to pass through the tank wall of a transformer without making electrical contact. Learn about live front and dead front bushings.

Mini Power Centers combine a transformer, breakers, and panelboard into a single system, providing a compact alternative to standard power distribution.

Switchgear Basics: Learn what they are, how they work, and the key differences between metal-enclosed and pad-mounted switches.

Learn the key differences between kW and kVA. Get clear on transformer ratings, conversions, and power factor in simple terms.