Hi Guys,
I'm looking for some feedback on two transformer offers I have. I'm intending
to build a table top amp, so I'm accepting some compromises regarding the
transformer. I have made inquiries to a couple of winders and I have boiled
them down to 2 offers. I was asking for 2000 Volts @1A =2000VA (+ G1 and G2
windings). I'm targeting to get 2200-2400 watts output in PEP service and about
1K in continuos service.
Both companies claim 2000VA but at different core weights
Company A:
17 Kilo toroid, D=200 mm, H=110. About 3% voltage drop at full load. Max temp
rise = 105C over 40C ambient. DC resistance, about 25 ohms.
Price: €480
Company B:
11 kilo toroid, D=180 mm, H=85mm. About 2,5% voltage drop at full load. Can't,
or don't want to specify other data.
Price: €195
So what are your reflections? The A is obviously a the better choice. They are
serious and they offer detailed specs, exact delivery times etc. But all comes
at a premium price. Company B is smaller and they obviously compromises with
their specifications, but the price is a lot lower and so is the weight.
Now, I don't expect the cheaper and smaller core to do wonders. The bigger one
will for sure be more rugged and closer to "true 2000VA", especially if I run
it in true continuous mode. I'm inclined to go for the the bigger one, because
I want the best. But OTOH, I don't want to waste money because of a "feeling".
Perhaps the smaller one will be enough given the table-top size/PEP service I'm
targeting? After all, it matches what's inside most commercial amps in this
category.
I'm happy for any feedback...
73's
Ulf (SM0NOR)
ulf@sm0nor.com
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