Re: [TCML] 24V transformer

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Have you considered rectifying the output of your variac?Just a thought.I've also used the transformer out of an automotive battery charger I picked up at the dump.Good luck.  Wyatt
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From: Scott Bogard <sdbogard@xxxxxxxxx>
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Date: Sat, 13 Nov 2010 15:54:04 
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Subject: [TCML] 24V transformer

Hey all,
	Does anybody know of a good source for 12/24 or whatever volt 
transformers with decent current ratings.  I'm gearing up to do some 
HIGH POWER ZVS style flyback drivers and I'm afraid the wimpy 3-amp ones 
I have will die in short order, and I don't want to spend a lot of money 
(not that anybody ever does.)  Just thought maybe somebody knew of a 
surplus place somewhere that had some in stock.  I could make my own out 
of MOTs but they are heavy and I don't have a never ending supply... 
The other alternative is to run it off the wall and use a huge current 
limiter for my 150+Watts target, but I don't know what that entails 
(aside from expensive filter caps, what is a good target, 2,000 uf?) can 
I use a big BJT and heat sink with small fan to limit current to an amp 
or two...  These will be for big 2-4 ft plasma displays assuming my 
proposed glass lath and torch works as expected, but it never hurts to 
plan ahead.  Thanks.

Scott Bogard.
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