Re: Arc welders as current limiters

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• Subject: Re: Arc welders as current limiters
• From: TeslaTec-at-webtv-dot-net (Tony R Greer) (by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-uswest-dot-net>)
• Date: Sun, 20 Jun 1999 22:08:37 -0600
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Hi Norm,
 To use a welder as a ballast, simply short the output by connecting the
electrode cable to the ground cable, or make a short, heavy jumper out
of welding cable to replace the long 'work' cables for a more permanent
installation. Then wire the primary of the welder in series with the
primary of the transformer you wish to control. By varying the 'welding
current' on the welder, (either by crank, taps, or whatever), you can
control the output of your transformer (over a certain range). Best of
luck,
Tony

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