Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Center tapped transformer

I'm going to assume you want to make a DC supply:

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---o MINUS_DC +---o PLUS_DC
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Basically, the center tap is the negative pole of the DC supply and the two
ends of the secondary winding are connected to the anodes of two rectifier
diodes. The cathodes of the rectifires are tied together and that is the
positive pole. You could flip both diodes around to reverse the polarity if
you want to...

you'll need a filter cap as well...

Matt

On Wednesday 23 October 2002 02:55 am, you wrote:
> I have a transformer that is center tapped on the secondary. Voltage
> from the center tap to either end is 30 v. from end to end it is 60
> volts. I know that if I want 60 volts I just connect the ends to the
> bridge and tape off the center tap. How do I connect it if I want 30
> volts at the maximum amperage possible? I realize I can connect from one
> end to the center and get the 30 volts, but it seems like I am missing
> out on amperage by not somehow using the other half of the coil.
>
> Tim
> [Denver, CO]