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Default Simple Variac Question


"Matthew Rossiter" wrote in message
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I built a test fixture for doing all kinds of different things. One of the
ideas I had in mind was using a Variac to adjust AC voltage for certain
types of monitors, one which requires two 45VAC inputs.

Would I be able to use a VARIAC to set the voltage to 90 VAC and have both
terminals deliver equal 45VAC in reference to ground?

Thanks

Matt


No, because there is no centre tap on a variac. Electrically, it is just a
variable auto transformer. One output leg is common with one of the line in
legs.

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