Transformer Full-Load Current Chart
Reference chart showing primary and secondary full-load current values for standard single-phase and three-phase transformers.
Source Reference: NEC / NEMA
This table shows full-load currents in Amperes for common transformer kVA ratings, at standard secondary distribution voltages.
Three-Phase Transformer FLC (Amperes)
| kVA Rating | 208 V | 240 V | 480 V | 2400 V | 4160 V |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 41.6 A | 36.1 A | 18.0 A | 3.6 A | 2.1 A |
| 30 | 83.3 A | 72.2 A | 36.1 A | 7.2 A | 4.2 A |
| 45 | 124.9 A | 108.3 A | 54.1 A | 10.8 A | 6.2 A |
| 75 | 208.2 A | 180.4 A | 90.2 A | 18.0 A | 10.4 A |
| 112.5 | 312.3 A | 270.6 A | 135.3 A | 27.1 A | 15.6 A |
| 150 | 416.4 A | 360.8 A | 180.4 A | 36.1 A | 20.8 A |
| 300 | 832.7 A | 721.7 A | 360.8 A | 72.2 A | 41.6 A |
| 500 | 1387.9 A | 1202.8 A | 601.4 A | 120.3 A | 69.4 A |
| 1000 | 2775.8 A | 2405.6 A | 1202.8 A | 240.6 A | 138.8 A |
Single-Phase Transformer FLC (Amperes)
| kVA Rating | 120 V | 208 V | 240 V | 480 V | 2400 V |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 41.7 A | 24.0 A | 20.8 A | 10.4 A | 2.1 A |
| 10 | 83.3 A | 48.1 A | 41.7 A | 20.8 A | 4.2 A |
| 15 | 125.0 A | 72.1 A | 62.5 A | 31.3 A | 6.3 A |
| 25 | 208.3 A | 120.2 A | 104.2 A | 52.1 A | 10.4 A |
| 37.5 | 312.5 A | 180.3 A | 156.3 A | 78.1 A | 15.6 A |
| 50 | 416.7 A | 240.4 A | 208.3 A | 104.2 A | 20.8 A |
| 100 | 833.3 A | 480.8 A | 416.7 A | 208.3 A | 41.7 A |