Sell a Westinghouse transformer, single unit or whole lot
Texas Transformer Buyers buys Westinghouse equipment from sellers anywhere in Texas. We consider single transformers and whole lots, including new surplus in crates, operating units being replaced, retired equipment and transformers that have failed. Our buying range runs from 10 kVA pole-mounts to large MVA substation and power transformers; kVA and MVA describe electrical capacity.
Facility owners, contractors, utility staff and project managers can start with the information already available. You do not need to prepare a complete equipment inventory before contacting us, but clear photographs and an accurate description help establish what is being offered. Tell us whether the transformer is still installed, disconnected or stored.
Westinghouse transformer types we buy
We buy used Westinghouse transformers across distribution, substation and power applications. Construction, ratings and condition matter more than whether the unit comes from a plant, utility yard, commercial facility or oilfield location.
For mixed lots, identify each unit separately and include a photo showing the group. That helps keep quantities, nameplates and condition notes matched to the right equipment.
- Substation and power transformers, including large units being retired, replaced or removed during a project.
- Three-phase padmount transformers, including Westinghouse padmount surplus and used equipment. Photograph the enclosure and accessible connection compartments without opening energized equipment.
- Pole-mount transformers, from individual distribution units to whole lots with different ratings.
- Scrap, failed and damaged transformers, with details about known faults, missing components, leaks or physical damage.
- Oil-filled transformers, also called liquid-filled units, with available fluid labels, test records and condition information.
Find the serial number, manufacture date and ratings
Start with the Westinghouse transformer nameplate, the metal identification plate attached to the equipment. Look on the tank, enclosure or an accessible exterior surface; placement varies. Take one straight-on photograph of the entire plate, then close-ups if small lettering is difficult to read.
Look for fields identifying the serial number, date of manufacture and rated capacity. Record the primary and secondary voltage—the incoming and outgoing voltage ratings—and the phase information. Include impedance if shown; this percentage describes how the transformer limits current and is relevant when evaluating electrical compatibility.
Copy entries exactly rather than interpreting faded markings. If a date or serial number is unreadable, say so and send the clearest image available. Our transformer nameplate reading guide can help you organize the information without guessing at missing details.
Legacy Westinghouse plates and newer equipment records
Westinghouse built distribution, substation and power transformers for most of the 20th century. Its transmission and distribution business was sold to ABB in 1989, so Westinghouse-branded units are now older equipment. An older brand plate should be documented as it appears, not treated as a current product designation.
When comparing a legacy Westinghouse plate with newer equipment records, keep each unit's identity separate. Send the original plate and any additional tags or maintenance records together, noting which transformer they belong to. A maintenance date is not necessarily the manufacture date, and an extra tag should not replace the original serial number in your inventory.
If your paperwork and the equipment plate disagree, photograph both and explain the mismatch. As a Westinghouse transformer buyer, we use the available identification and condition details to evaluate the actual unit being sold.
How age, condition and PCB status affect value
Age alone does not establish a transformer’s value. Many older Westinghouse units are valued for scrap or rewind cores, while well-maintained units can still be resold. A rewind core is equipment evaluated for rebuilding rather than continued service in its present condition.
Describe the last known operating condition and why the transformer was removed. Include known electrical failures, tank damage, missing bushings or accessories, and any available service or testing records. Our guide to used transformer value explains the information that helps distinguish usable equipment from a core or scrap candidate.
Older Westinghouse liquid-filled units need PCB status confirmed by a label or oil test. PCB means polychlorinated biphenyls, chemicals associated with some older insulating fluids. Send a readable label photo or the available oil-test report; do not assume PCB status from age, appearance or brand alone.
Send photos and details for an offer
To sell a Westinghouse transformer, send your nameplate photo, overall photos, quantity, Texas location and condition. Include views showing the complete unit, visible damage, accessories and how it sits at the site. For several units, label the photos by serial number or a simple inventory reference.
Add available manufacture dates, ratings, PCB documentation and maintenance records. Tell us whether equipment is indoors or outdoors, whether trucks can reach it, and whether there are gates, overhead restrictions or other access limits. These details help us assess both the transformer and the planned removal.
Call or text (951) 403-5738, email Industrial832@gmail.com, or submit your transformer for an offer. We go over the details and reply with an offer. Price, payment terms and pickup details are agreed in writing before anything is loaded.
Coordinate pickup anywhere in Texas
Our yard and office are at 6402 McGrew St, Houston, TX 77087, and we coordinate trucking and pickup statewide. Share the equipment’s exact location and any available weight or dimension information so freight planning can account for the load.
The seller, or the seller’s qualified electrical contractor, must de-energize and disconnect the equipment. We coordinate freight and load-out with the seller, including site access and loading arrangements. Confirm who will provide loading equipment and when the transformer will be ready before scheduling removal.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell a failed Westinghouse transformer?
Yes. We buy failed and damaged units as well as working equipment. Send the nameplate, overall photos and a description of the failure, including missing parts or visible damage.
Do you buy one transformer or only large lots?
We buy single units and whole lots. For multiple transformers, provide the quantity and match each nameplate photo to its unit.
What if the manufacture date is unreadable?
Send clear photos of the plate and any supporting records. Identify the unreadable field rather than substituting an estimated date or a maintenance date.
Is an old Westinghouse transformer automatically scrap?
No. Well-maintained units can still be resold, while many older units are valued as scrap or rewind cores. Ratings, condition and documentation help determine the appropriate offer.
Who handles electrical disconnection before pickup?
The seller or the seller’s qualified electrical contractor handles de-energizing and disconnection. Texas Transformer Buyers coordinates trucking and load-out with the seller after pickup details are agreed.