Re: Does my transformer have PCB oil????????

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Original poster: "Brian by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <ka1bbg-at-webryders-dot-net>

Hi, well pcb has been around quite a while. pcb is heavier than water,
doesnt burn. /as for contaminated oil, a lab would be the only way to be
sure. If it doesnt burn then it surely is pcb..cul brian f.

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Subject: Does my transformer have PCB oil????????


> Original poster: "by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>"
<dhmccauley-at-spacecatlighting-dot-com>
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> I just acquired another old GE transformer, and was wondering if anyone
> would know if there was PCB oil in it.
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> GE Pole Transformer
> Black Cast Iron type approximately 50-60 years old.
> 4000V Primary - 120/240 center-tap secondary
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> I think the transformer was probably made way before PCB oil was being
used,
> but just wanted to make sure.
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> Dan
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