Re: [TCML] Resistive ballast

[bunnykiller <bunnikillr@xxxxxxx>]

Hey Gareth...

Resistive ballasting is useable but it does create a fair amount of 
heat. Inductive ballasting on the other hand is also a great way to 
ballast a load. Less heat is produced and if the ballast is made 
correctly, it too can be quite variable. The availabilit yof the stove 
idea has its merits...  but if you come across a heafty EI core 
transformer, consider modifying it to suit your needs...

Scot D


kingsandangels@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote:

> I just thought of an Idea to make a resistive ballast for my 4 mots but I might not need it seems our 240v outlet can handle mots without ballasting.Use a stove plate and 6 way switch to adjust the power use of the plate that is in series with the mots primary and add a direct line switch when plate is off.This can also be used with a power factor correction capacitor.How does that sit with you guys?Good plan?At least you could control it better than direct power up?Thanks Gareth
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