Re: on winding a transformer

"Eeyore" <rabbitsfriendsandrelations@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> "Paul E. Schoen" wrote:
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>> This sounds a lot like the same project that was discussed by the OP at
>> length March 22 ("Need a big transformer") and March 31 ("transformers 
>> in
>> parallel"). If the OP simply needs +/- 24 VDC at 2 (or even 5) amps, 
>> there
>> are easier and better ways to get that than tinkering with parts from
an
>> old PC power supply. Unless you need something with exotic 
>> specifications,
>> you can always buy it for less than you can build it (unless your time 
>> is
>> worth nothing or it is mostly for learning). And for learning, it is 
>> best
>> to build basic circuits until you understand them, and there is also a 
>> lot
>> you can do by just running simulations. Much better and safer than 
>> blowing
>> up parts in a breadboard.
>
> Totally agreed.
>
>
>> I bought a 200 watt dual output +/- 43V 2A switcher originally designed

>> for
>> an audio amp for about $22 on eBay, and it is a well-made device that 
>> will
>> meet my needs if I ever decide to build a high-power op-amp or audio
>> amplifier.
>
> Do you still have the item number ? I'd be intruiged to just look at 
> that.

It was still on my watch list, and I just got this:

http://cgi.ebay.com:80/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150201799823&ssPageName=ADME:B:DBS:US:1123

I bought some other items from them. A good vendor.

http://stores.ebay.com/semielectric

Paul