On cleaning transformers

rsumperl · 27th January 2010, 11:43 PM

Greeting everyone,
Got some potted transformer on eBay that were brand new, however they have some surface rust. Any issues anyone can think of if I have them glassbeaded?

Thanks,
Ray

funkytek · 28th January 2010, 12:37 AM

depending on the thickness of the metal can, you could have some warpage. That can be avoided by having them go slowly.

I have sandblasted mil surplus transformers before without any issues. I just took my time and didn't let it get too hot.

27th January 2010, 11:43 PM	#1
rsumperl diyAudio Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Binghamton, NY	On cleaning transformers Greeting everyone, Got some potted transformer on eBay that were brand new, however they have some surface rust. Any issues anyone can think of if I have them glassbeaded? Thanks, Ray

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28th January 2010, 12:37 AM	#2
funkytek diyAudio Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oregon	depending on the thickness of the metal can, you could have some warpage. That can be avoided by having them go slowly. I have sandblasted mil surplus transformers before without any issues. I just took my time and didn't let it get too hot.

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