Pressboard

Electrical Grade Pressboard Sheets

Electrical grade cellulose pressboard sheets for solid insulation in oil-immersed power and distribution transformers

Overview

Electrical grade pressboard (also called transformer board or presspahn board) is a solid insulation material made from high-purity, long-fibre cellulose pulp. It is the primary solid insulation used inside oil-immersed power and distribution transformers.

Pressboard is used as barriers, spacers, cylinders, end rings and structural insulation. Its porous fibre structure absorbs transformer oil completely, and the oil-impregnated board gives high dielectric strength over the life of the transformer.

Hitech Insulation supplies pressboard as full sheets, cut-to-size strips and blanks, or as finished machined and moulded components made to customer drawings in our Chennai units. Uniform density, low shrinkage and consistent thickness keep electrical clearances and winding heights accurate.

We supply transformer manufacturers, repairers and OEMs in Tamil Nadu, across South and North India, and export to overseas customers.

Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
Base MaterialHigh-purity cellulose fibres (electrical grade)
ThicknessStandard sheet thicknesses; custom thickness on request
Density0.9 – 1.2 g/cm³
Dielectric Strength (in oil)≥ 15 kV/mm
Operating Temperature ClassClass A – 105°C
Moisture Content≤ 6%
Oil CompatibilityExcellent (mineral transformer oil)
Surface FinishSmooth / calendered
Supply FormFull sheets, cut-to-size, strips, machined components
Processing OptionsCutting, punching, CNC machining, drilling, bonding

Applications

  • Solid insulation barriers in power and distribution transformers
  • Phase and winding separation, cylinders and wraps
  • Radial spacers, axial strips and support blocks
  • End rings and yoke insulation
  • Lead and bushing insulation supports

Why Choose This Product

High dielectric strength after oil impregnation

Good mechanical rigidity with low deformation

Uniform thickness for reliable electrical clearances

Compatible with standard transformer insulation systems

Easily machined into custom transformer components

Need Custom Specifications?

Our engineering team can customize this product to your exact requirements. Get in touch for a detailed quote.

Electrical Grade Pressboard Sheets – FAQs

What is electrical grade pressboard used for?
Electrical grade pressboard is the main solid insulation inside oil-filled transformers. It is used for barriers, cylinders, spacers, strips, end rings and support blocks between windings and between windings and the core.
What is the difference between pressboard and pre-compressed pressboard?
Standard pressboard is made in thinner sheets and is easier to bend and form. Pre-compressed pressboard is pressed to a higher density, so it shrinks less and carries more mechanical load. It is used for thick spacers, blocks and clamping rings in larger transformers.
Can Hitech Insulation cut pressboard to size or machine components?
Yes. We supply full sheets, cut-to-size blanks and strips, and finished machined or moulded pressboard components made to your drawings at our units in Guindy and Kundrathur, Chennai.
Do you supply pressboard outside Tamil Nadu and outside India?
Yes. We supply transformer manufacturers across India, including North India, and we export. Send your drawing or bill of materials to srk@hitechinsulation.in or call +91 90032 88146 for a quote within 24 hours.

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