The core difference
A pole-mounted transformer is installed overhead on a utility pole and is typical of overhead distribution networks. A pad-mounted transformer sits at ground level on a concrete pad in a locked, tamper-resistant enclosure, and is used with underground distribution (URD).
When to choose which
- Choose pole-mounted for overhead lines, rural and lower-cost installations.
- Choose pad-mounted for underground residential/commercial, safety-sensitive and urban areas.
- Pole-mounted is generally lower cost; pad-mounted is safer and more aesthetic.
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Voltspan manufactures both pole-mounted (IEC & ANSI) and pad-mounted (ANSI) transformers. Tell us your voltage, capacity and standard and we'll send a datasheet and FOB price.
FAQ
Is a pad-mounted transformer safer than a pole-mounted one?
Yes. Pad-mounted transformers are enclosed in locked, tamper-resistant cabinets at ground level, making them safer in populated areas than exposed pole-mounted units.