I'm trying to control a heating element with a AC 4000 watt scr voltage controller from ebay but it doesn't seem to be lowering the circuit power.. even when turned all the way down the element gets too hot. When testing the terminals with a voltmeter the voltage doesn't change when turning the knob either.
Im not sure if I bought a faulty controller or I'm using the wrong device for this particular application?
How can I make sure my scr controller is working correctly or is there a better way to control my heating element? Any advice will be appreciated.
FYI the power source is 220v AC and the element is 102 ohm. The controller is rated 4000 watt
Im not sure if I bought a faulty controller or I'm using the wrong device for this particular application?
How can I make sure my scr controller is working correctly or is there a better way to control my heating element? Any advice will be appreciated.
FYI the power source is 220v AC and the element is 102 ohm. The controller is rated 4000 watt