Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Transformer question

Joe Vicars wrote:

> Do transformers work on a ratio of input to output, or are they strictly
> for the rated voltages? In other words if I have a 240 to 120 step down
> and I put 120 on the primaries will I get 60 V on the secondaries?
> What are the practical limits to doing what I described?

Definitely a ratio. You can always reduce primary voltage to get
proportionally reduced secondary voltage, at least with power
transformers. The power transferred will be reduced proportionally,
as you can still draw the same secondary current without harm.

Jon