Hmmm .. just wonder why the large wire requirement, Phil? We are not
connecting a restaurant size `lectric range here. Assuming we are talking
AWG size wiring, the current carrying capabilities @ 230-240 VAC, single ~
is about:
#4 = 37,000 watts
#6 = 27,000 watts
#10= 13,800 watts
#16= 5,750 watts
(Approximately, safely ... your mileage may vary!)
Is that not correct?
73, Mark AA6DX
----- Original Message -----
From: "Phil Clements" <philk5pc@tyler.net>
To: "Jim Isbell" <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; "Mail list Amplifiers"
<amps@contesting.com>
Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2004 10:17 PM
Subject: Re: [Amps] Serious design stage
> > There must be some reason this is not a good idea as I have never
> seen
> > it done.
> >
> > Any comments???
>
> Been there, done that, works great!
>
> This is the scheme used when adding the big Peter Dahl transformer to
> the Alpha 77SX.
> There are many out there in use; the guys just don't talk about it
> much!
> Just make a box for the transformer, and put it conveniently near your
> 240 v. outlet in the
> ham shack. I would suggest #4 or #6 wire from the service entrance
> panel to the transformer.
> The circuit breakers can be sized to your operating style.
>
> Happy building!
>
> (((73)))
> Phil, K5PC
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