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What is the difference between a step-up transformer and a step-down transformer?

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The main difference between step-up and step-down transformer is that, step-up transformer increases the voltage whereas a step-down transformer decreases the voltage. ... If the HV (High Voltage) winding is connected to supply main and LV (low voltage) winding to load, the transformer works as Step-down transformer.

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