Control Panel Transformers UK
UK manufactured control panel transformers for industrial panels, machinery, automation systems and OEM electrical equipment.
Boardman Transformers supplies control panel transformers for standard control circuit applications and custom-built panel requirements where voltage, VA rating, mounting or compliance needs careful specification.
Need help choosing a transformer? Request a quote or view control transformer datasheets.
UK Manufacturer
Established 1955
Standard & Custom Options
Datasheets Available
Control Panel Transformers for Industrial Electrical Panels
Control panel transformers are used within electrical control panels to provide a suitable control voltage for panel-mounted equipment and control circuits. They are commonly used to supply relays, contactors, timers, signalling devices, safety circuits, machine controls and other low-voltage control components.
In many industrial panels, the incoming supply voltage is not the same as the control voltage required by the equipment inside the panel. A control panel transformer allows the panel designer or electrical engineer to provide the correct control circuit voltage for the application.
Boardman Transformers manufactures control transformer ranges suitable for control panel applications across industrial machinery, automation equipment, OEM systems and specialist electrical projects. Standard ranges are available for common control circuit requirements, while custom-built options can be discussed where a panel has non-standard voltage, rating, mounting or documentation requirements.
Where Control Panel Transformers Are Used
Control panel transformers are used across a wide range of electrical and industrial applications where a reliable control voltage is required.
Typical applications include:
- Industrial control panels
- Machinery control panels
- Automation systems
- Relay and contactor circuits
- Safety and signalling circuits
- OEM electrical equipment
- Production line equipment
- Electrical cabinets
- Replacement transformer applications
- Custom-built panel projects
Standard Control Panel Transformer Ranges
Boardman supplies standard control transformer ranges suitable for many industrial control panels, machinery panels and automation applications. These ranges support common control circuit requirements and are backed by product information and technical datasheets to help with selection.
Bespoke and Custom-Built Control Panel Transformers
Where a standard range is not suitable, Boardman can discuss bespoke and custom-built control panel transformer requirements. This may include non-standard voltages, specific VA ratings, alternative mounting arrangements, replacement transformers, documentation needs or application-specific specifications.
Control Panel Transformers for New Builds, Replacements and OEM Projects
Control panel transformers may be used in new panel builds, replacement panel projects, machinery upgrades and OEM electrical systems. They are commonly specified by panel builders, electrical contractors, machinery manufacturers, maintenance teams and engineers responsible for industrial equipment.
Typical applications include:
- Control panels for industrial machinery
- Automation and process control panels
- Motor control panels
- Relay and contactor control circuits
- Safety and signalling circuits
- OEM machinery panels
- Electrical cabinets for production equipment
Selecting the correct transformer helps ensure the control circuit has a suitable voltage supply and that the transformer is appropriate for the rating, installation and application.
Common Voltage Requirements for Control Panels
Control panel transformer requirements vary depending on the supply voltage, control voltage and equipment used within the panel. Common secondary voltages include 24V and 110V, although other voltage requirements may be needed depending on the design.
24V control panel transformers are often used for low-voltage control circuits, automation systems, signalling, sensors, relays and control equipment. 110V control panel transformers are commonly used in industrial control circuits, machinery panels, relay circuits, contactor circuits and specialist electrical systems.
Primary voltage requirements are usually based on the available supply within the panel or machine. Many UK and industrial applications involve 230V or 400V supply arrangements, but the correct transformer specification should always be checked against the panel design, load and application requirements.
Choosing the Correct Control Panel Transformer
Choosing the correct control panel transformer depends on the electrical requirements of the panel and the equipment being supplied. The most important details are the primary voltage, secondary voltage and VA rating, but the installation details are also important.
When selecting a transformer for a control panel, consider:
- Primary/input voltage
- Secondary/output voltage
- Required VA rating
- Frequency
- Load type
- Mounting arrangement
- Terminal requirements
- Ventilation and operating environment
- Required standards or documentation
- Whether the transformer is for a new panel or replacement project
Replacement Control Panel Transformers
Boardman can help with replacement control panel transformer enquiries where an existing transformer has failed, become obsolete or needs to be matched for a panel upgrade or maintenance project.
For replacement enquiries, useful information includes the existing transformer nameplate, primary and secondary voltages, VA rating, dimensions, mounting details, terminal layout and photographs of the installation. If the original transformer is no longer available, a suitable standard range or custom-built option may be considered depending on the requirement.
This is particularly useful for maintenance teams, panel builders and machinery operators who need to replace a transformer while keeping the panel design and installation requirements in mind.
Request a Control Panel Transformer Quote
Need a control panel transformer for a new panel, replacement project or custom-built application?
Send us your primary voltage, secondary voltage, VA rating, quantity and any mounting, space or documentation requirements. If it is a replacement transformer, photos of the existing unit and nameplate details are especially helpful.
Our team can help identify a suitable standard control transformer range or discuss a custom-built control panel transformer where a standard option is not suitable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a control panel transformer?
A control panel transformer is used to provide a suitable control voltage inside an electrical control panel. It may supply relays, contactors, timers, signalling devices, safety circuits, machine controls or other panel-mounted electrical components.
What voltage control panel transformers are available?
Control panel transformer requirements vary depending on the supply voltage, control voltage and panel design. Common secondary voltages include 24V and 110V, although other voltage options may be required for specific applications. Boardman can help identify a suitable standard range or discuss a custom-built option.
Do you manufacture custom control panel transformers?
Yes. Boardman can discuss custom control panel transformer requirements where a standard range is not suitable. This may include non-standard voltages, specific VA ratings, alternative mounting arrangements, terminal requirements, documentation needs or replacement transformer specifications.
What information is needed for a control panel transformer quote?
Useful information includes the primary voltage, secondary voltage, VA rating, frequency, quantity, application and any mounting, space or documentation requirements. If it is a replacement transformer, photos of the existing unit, nameplate details, dimensions and terminal layout can also be helpful.
Can you help with replacement control panel transformers?
Yes. Boardman can help with replacement control panel transformer enquiries where an existing transformer has failed, become obsolete or needs to be matched for a panel upgrade. Send any available nameplate details, photos, voltage information, dimensions and mounting details so a suitable standard or custom-built option can be reviewed.
Are datasheets available?
Yes. Datasheets are available for Boardman control transformer ranges and can be used to check ratings, voltage options, dimensions and technical details. If you are unsure which datasheet applies to your requirement, contact our team and we can help identify the most suitable product information.
Control Transformer Ranges
View standard Boardman control transformer ranges for panels, machinery and automation systems.
Bespoke and custom-built control panel transformers
Custom-Built Transformers
Discuss bespoke transformer requirements for specialist panels, machinery and OEM equipment.
Control Transformer Datasheets
Download technical datasheets for Boardman control transformer ranges.