re:Re: Re: Toroid transformers

Dick,

Thanks for the response. I see what you were saying now; "chassis
area" is sq. cm 'covered' by the xfrmr, whether sidewall or bottom,
and "height" is 'projection from mount surface'.

I usually think in terms of "footprint" and height which implies
a 'from the top' view...

Interesting that the cost is lower. For me toroids are only cheaper
in volume purchases.

Ballendo

>As I said, less volume - but more chassis area. It doesn't matter
>which way you mount them, they have a larger "chassis area" and less
>height. You could mount a conventional transformer on the side wall
>of the case if you so desired.
>As for cost, over here a torroidal mains transformer is cheaper than
>a conventional open frame transformer of the same VA rating.
>Dick