[Amps] Transformers in parallel

[lncarman]

I'm running a pair of HV transformers in parallel to power a 3cpx5000 
homebrew amp.
 Each transformer runs about 5100 vac, at close to an amp. I have two 
seperate full-wave rectifiers
( one for each transformer ) which I joint at the dc output going to the 
filter capacitors. I understand
that Henry used this technique on some units instead of combining the 
transformer's hvac outputs
prior to the rectifiers. Seems to work ok with a good primary soft start 
circuit. I had about 50 vac
difference from one transformer's hvac to the others which I don't see to be 
a big problem at 5000 volts.
Someone may correct me on that.

Larry N5BIP

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <kc4mne at bellsouth.net>
To: <amps at contesting.com>
Sent: Monday, October 11, 2004 3:15 PM
Subject: [Amps] Transformers in parallel


> Hello
>
> Could the primary and secondary windings of two identical transformers be 
> wired in parallel to double the current rating?
>
> Or would it be better to rectify and filter seperately and then wire both 
> in parallel.
>
> Looking to make a 2600V 3 amp DC supply with two identical 1.5 amp 
> transformers.
>
> Thanks
>
> KC4MNE
>
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