Re: 3-Phase Variac Question

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Original poster: "Brian" <ka1bbg-at-webryders-dot-net> 

Hi, theu used variacs some times in 3's for 208 to 230 conversion, each
should be rated 230 volt. cul brian f.

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Subject: 3-Phase Variac Question


 > Original poster: "Mccauley, Daniel H" <daniel.h.mccauley-at-lmco-dot-com>
 >
 > Just a quick question regarding 3-phase variac nameplate ratings.
 >
 > I have a Superior Electric Powerstat 3-Phase variac which is rated at
 > 240 input (0-280VAC output)
 >
 > Does this imply that each section of the 3-Phase variac is rated for
 > 240VAC input???  Or does it imply its wired
 > in such a way that it might accept 208VAC 3-Phase input or similar where
 > there may only be 120VAC on each section (phase-to-phase)?
 >
 > Thanks
 >
 > Dan
 >
 >
 >