DIY Variac

Tyimo · 6th October 2007, 06:03 AM

Hi!

Would it be possible to build a home made Variac?
I would need a 300VA type to testing inductors and circuits.

Greets:

Tyimo

AndrewT · 6th October 2007, 08:57 AM

Hi,
If you were capable of making all the mechanical components to allow the mains to be tapped off the main winding, you would have a big problem sourcing all the materials suitable for reliable operation.

I doubt this could ever be a sensible and economic DIY proposition.

Try to buy one secondhand.

Tyimo · 6th October 2007, 09:45 AM

Thanks!

BTW: What is inside a Variac?? How is it looking? I have never seen any.

Tyimo

cliffforrest · 6th October 2007, 09:55 AM

look here

Tyimo · 6th October 2007, 11:18 AM

Thanks Cliff!

Very good site!

Tyimo

6th October 2007, 06:03 AM	#1
Tyimo diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Hungary	DIY Variac Hi! Would it be possible to build a home made Variac? I would need a 300VA type to testing inductors and circuits. Greets: Tyimo

6th October 2007, 08:57 AM	#2
AndrewT diyAudio Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Scottish Borders	Hi, If you were capable of making all the mechanical components to allow the mains to be tapped off the main winding, you would have a big problem sourcing all the materials suitable for reliable operation. I doubt this could ever be a sensible and economic DIY proposition. Try to buy one secondhand. __________________ regards Andrew T.

6th October 2007, 09:55 AM	#4
cliffforrest diyAudio Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK	All about variacs look here

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
FS 10A variac	woody	Swap Meet	8	16th May 2007 04:38 AM
Variac	ben goh	Solid State	21	12th March 2007 06:42 PM
Using a variac.	anders.a	Parts	3	4th April 2006 07:12 PM
Variac?	Scribble	Pass Labs	16	29th July 2004 02:12 AM


	Please consider donating to help us continue to serve you. Ads on/off / Custom Title / More PMs / More album space / Advanced printing & mass image saving

6th October 2007, 09:45 AM	#3
Tyimo diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Hungary	Thanks! BTW: What is inside a Variac?? How is it looking? I have never seen any. Tyimo

6th October 2007, 11:18 AM	#5
Tyimo diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Hungary	Thanks Cliff! Very good site! Tyimo

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

New To Site?	Need Help?
Register to Participate Search Privacy Statement Contact Us	Frequently Asked Questions Did you forget your password? Mark Forums Read