How is the wiring configuration described when wiring a transformer for high voltage, like 480V?

When wiring a transformer for high voltage applications, such as 480V, series wiring is the appropriate configuration. In series wiring, the voltage across each winding adds together to achieve a higher total voltage. This is particularly important in transformer setups, where multiple windings on the transformer are typically used to increase the voltage from a lower level to a higher voltage.

In the case of high voltage transformers, the primary and secondary windings are connected in series to effectively transform the input voltage to the desired high voltage output. This allows for efficient transmission and distribution of electrical power over long distances, reducing losses and improving overall system performance.

The other wiring configurations, such as parallel, circular, and loop wiring, do not adequately describe the needed approach for achieving high voltage outputs in transformers. Parallel wiring typically involves connecting components to share the same voltage, which does not contribute to increasing voltage levels. Circular and loop wiring configurations are less common in transformer applications and do not serve the purpose of raising voltage levels in the same way series wiring does.