Re: [TCML] Tested Transformer

[Chip Atkinson <chip@xxxxxxxxxx>]

It's likely that you have an internal short like DC Cox mentioned.  YOu
can often repair them though.  The most likely cause is carbon tracking in
the asphalt in which the transformer is potted.  

You can use a cheap bbq grill and heat the thing up to melt the stuff out.
Often just doing that will fix it, so don't throw it away just yet.

Chip

On Wed, 27 Aug 2008, Matthew Nilles wrote:

> Hey all, thanks for all the advice, its really been a huge help. Great
> mailing list!!
> 
> So I tested each end of the transformer and only one produced a nice spark.
> The other only sparkled a tiny bit once contact was made. I guess I need a
> new one? Why is it doing that, something fried inside? I bought it used.
> Back to square one...
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