transformer help required

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samseed

Joined Feb 11, 2009

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Feb 11, 2009

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hello, i have a small transformer which has the specs label missing off the top. can it still be identyfied??.. any help,suggestions greatlly appreciated..cheers....sam

 

Last edited: Feb 12, 2009

bertus

Joined Apr 5, 2008

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Feb 12, 2009

• #2

Hello,

I can only see two wires.
The bottom chamber seems to be empty.

Is there a picture from the other side ?

With only two connections it can be used as a choke.

Greetings,
Bertus

 

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samseed

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Feb 12, 2009

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I thought it was a transformer.Thanks for clearing that up.yes it only has 2 black wires,and bottom chamber is empty.. Is it just a simple choke or any other name its called by..Meny kind thanks..sam

 

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mik3

Joined Feb 4, 2008

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Feb 12, 2009

• #4

It looks like the primary winding is missing!!

 

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samseed

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Feb 12, 2009

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i took it apart to see what i could learn and then binned it,,thanks guys..sam

 

bertus

Joined Apr 5, 2008

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Feb 12, 2009

• #6

Hello,

If you want to know more on transformers take a look at this page of the EDUCIPEDIA.
http://www.educypedia.be/electronics/electricitytransformers.htm

Other components have also pages over there.

Passive semiconductors technology: Batteries Diodes Photovoltaic systems Switches Buzzers Diode types Quartz crystals Thermoelectric Capacitors General overview Relays Transformers Capacitor types Heat Sinks Resistors Transformers-RF Coils Photo diode Resistors-Nonlinear Transformer types

Greetings,
Bertus

 

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samseed

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Feb 13, 2009

• #7

Thank you sir for the link

 

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rxtxau

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Apr 4, 2009

• #8

That type of transformer is specially sold in that format in a variety of VA ratings to allow you to wind your own windings onto it. The mains winding is prewound for convenience & to meet electrical safety requirements.

Regards,
Brian.