What is the importance of FURAN Analysis on Transformer Oil?
Furan Analysis on transformer oil indicates the degree of degradation of the transformer paper insulation. This is usually done in transformers aging above 15 years.Furan indicates the compounds of carbon and hydrogen.When the furan count is above 2500ppb, it means the transformer is about to fail.Furan Analysis is important in deciding when to discard a transformer unit or retain.