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    SSRs on 240V

    I want to upgrade my kiln to digital control. Looking at using a PID to control relay to cycle kiln on/off based on temperatures in the kiln. Would I interrupt both hots, each with its own SSR? Inputs to the SSR wired parallel from the PID? Please see attached, each hot goes to its own...
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    Need some help with Transformer/Contactor

    Hey I'm a NOOB trying to complete a DIY project of hooking up a thermostat to my garage heater. I am following this video... I ordered the exact contactor and transformer linked in the comments. I can't get the contactor to close. The highest voltage I have seen from the transformer is...
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    Reverse switch for single phase, 2 cap motor

    Hello all, I am trying to get my old lathe/mill going again (the old motor seized) and have bought a new dual cap motor with a slight increase in power. Trouble being, it will need to be reversible due to the lathe needing cw rotation, the mill needs ccw rotation (or the other way around, I...
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    Question about transformer.

    Hi . I recently acquired a 250vac 240v to 24v transformer. Which i am going to use for a project. Just want to confirm my numbers are right. 3 things. 1)That @24v the maxium i can draw is 10a. 2) 24×10= 240watts. Would a 1a fuse on the 240v side do as suitable protection. 3) As i have a earth...
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    Waeco CF110 FF - Low Voltage when on Mains Power

    Hi All, I bought a Waeco CF110 (A) fridge second hand and have found an interesting fault I can't diagnoise. Note: The Fridge can run off both 12V and 240V. In 12V operation the fridge runs perfectly. In 240V mode once warmed up a (after a period of ~40mins), the compressor will stop for a...
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