Original poster: dave pierson <davep-at-quik-dot-com> T>How are 240 VAC variacs made? Since the feed you get from your pole pig is >240 VAC center tap, Sometimes. For the industrial applications where 240vac is standard, it is common to find 240VAC to neutral (480 cross the outside...) 120 to neutral is _home_ standard. Other feeds are used in industry... best dwp