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In Reply to: Anyone know how to wire up this Radio Shack Transformer? posted by cdc on November 26, 2007 at 01:49:53:
Some transformers have multiple secondary windings on the same core, and it is common practice to wire them in parallel to get more current capability (better regulation). However, two different transformers will have slightly different coupling ratios. If you put them in parallel, one will do most of the work and may overheat.
It is better to get an oversized transformer. Check out Halted Specialties (HSC) in Santa Clara or Rohnert Park for surplus transformers cheap.
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Follow Ups
- Don't use multiple transformers in parallel. - Al Sekela 16:16:40 11/26/07 (1)
- RE: Don't use multiple transformers in parallel. - cdc 17:12:21 11/26/07 (0)