Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Center tapped transformer

On Wednesday 23 October 2002 02:55, Tim Goldstein 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]

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You want a simple two diode full wave rectifier setup. The center tap becomes
ground. Take two diodes and connect the anode end of one diode to each end of
the winding; tie the cathodes (bar end) of the diodes together for the
positive.

Keith Bowers - Thomasville, NC