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Subject: | Re: [Amps] Step-start Calculation Problem: |
From: | "Phil Clements" <philk5pc@tyler.net> |
Reply-to: | Phil Clements <philk5pc@tyler.net> |
Date: | Sat, 20 Nov 2004 09:31:21 -0600 |
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Subject: Re: [Amps] Step-start Calculation Problem: There is another factor which must be considered: The amount of capacitance at the output of the full wave rectifier. The transformer/rectifier will try to charge it to full voltage in the first half-cycle and that will cause the greatest part of the inrush current. So true, Bill. A step-start device is not just to keep the transformer from going "thunk" when powered up. It also protects the diodes and any other current sensitive components in the circuit. Observing the H.V. meter upon power-up will tell us when the correct delay has been applied for any given set of P.S. components. (((73))) Phil, K5PC _______________________________________________ Amps mailing list Amps@contesting.com http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/amps |
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