In some corners, they're also called "autotransformers". My 5A one has served me well for anything I've ever tackled or will tackle. I keep the variac plugged into it.
Bob AG5X ________________________________ From: Nigel Gunn G8IFF/W8IFF <[email protected]> Cc: Drake Forum <[email protected]> Sent: Tue, February 1, 2011 5:49:14 PM Subject: Re: [Drakelist] Test equipment and getting started Because the original poster said he wanted to use a GCFI. It's not needed with a double wound transformer. Do building sites use isolating transformers for power tools? In Europe they have to use a 55-0-55V transformer for portable tools by law. I always got my isolating transformers from a builders supply depot. On 01-Feb-11 23:45, [email protected] wrote: > Why is it recommended to use the GCFI? > 73, > Lee > _______________________________________________ Drakelist mailing list [email protected] http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist
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