Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: 2 toroidal transformers mounted atop one another?

Hi, in radio work, we stack several cores together with a few thousands of
an inch spacer then wind them as one, so i dont think stacking one on top of
another is a great idea. the reason for stacking is to raise the power level
the inductor can handle.
cul brian f.

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Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: 2 toroidal transformers mounted atop one
another?


> I don't think you will get much coupling of the magnetic fields by
> stacking them and even if there was if they are oriented correctly it
> could help you as much as hurt you.
>
> However, I don't like stacking them because of the heat issues, you
> will get part of the tranformers hotter than they would otherwise get
> if they weren't stacked.
>
> If you aren't pushing the transformers this probably isn't a concern,
> but if the power supply is putting out close to its max rating, heat
> could be a problem with them stacked.
>
> Paul T.
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