CT Sizing & Saturation Calculator

IEC 61869-2 current transformer ratio, itemized burden and accuracy-limit-factor (ALF) / knee-point voltage (Vk) check. Saturation and transient analysis, metering accuracy class, thermal & mechanical withstand, multi-ratio taps and REF/differential ratio matching are advanced features.

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CT Sizing & Saturation Calculator

IEC 61869-2

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For preliminary engineering use only — always verify results against project-specific standards and a qualified engineer's review before use in a real design.

CT ratio & rating

A
V
Ω

Secondary burden

Every relay, meter or indicating instrument sharing the CT secondary circuit contributes its own VA at rated Is — they sum since they sit in series on the same loop.
VA
m
mm²

Saturation & transient analysis

Advanced
kA
s

Metering accuracy class

Advanced

Thermal & mechanical withstand

Advanced
kA
s
kA

Multi-ratio tap selection

Advanced

REF / differential ratio matching

Advanced
A

CT sizing result

CT ratio
400/1 A
n = 400
Total burden Rb
2.780 Ω
2.78 VA at rated Is
ALF actual ✅
28.4×
Required ALF = 20×
Vk required
105.6 V
Actual Vk = 150 V

Burden breakdown

DeviceVA @ InResistance
Protection Relay2.50 VA2.500 Ω
Lead resistance (20 m, 2.5 mm²)—0.280 Ω
Total2.50 VA (relay/meter)2.780 Ω

Fault current table

Fault levelPrimary (A)Secondary ideal (A)Secondary at ALF limit (A)
0.2× In800.200.20
0.5× In2000.500.50
1× In4001.001.00
2× In8002.002.00
5× In2,0005.005.00
10× In4,00010.0010.00
20× In8,00020.0020.00
50× In20,00050.0020.00