I have a big naked Powerstat Q116U and a nice Bud enclosure that I want to mount it in. I haven't used a Variac before so I'm not sure what kinds of features would be useful. Anyone have input?
So far, I'm planning on adding:
-a fuse (of course)
-on/off switch (switch both live and neutral)
-single 3 prong outlet
Would a pair of binding posts be useful? I suppose these could be wired in parallel with the outlet, but binding posts also seem a little unsafe.
Probably want an indicator lamp, maybe a 120V neon?
I have the ring and knob for the variac, so I'll know about what voltage is being delivered, but would a gauge or two be actually useful?
Should there be a switch to the output in addition to the on/off?
I'm building mostly tube gear, if that makes a difference.
So far, I'm planning on adding:
-a fuse (of course)
-on/off switch (switch both live and neutral)
-single 3 prong outlet
Would a pair of binding posts be useful? I suppose these could be wired in parallel with the outlet, but binding posts also seem a little unsafe.
Probably want an indicator lamp, maybe a 120V neon?
I have the ring and knob for the variac, so I'll know about what voltage is being delivered, but would a gauge or two be actually useful?
Should there be a switch to the output in addition to the on/off?
I'm building mostly tube gear, if that makes a difference.