10 May
2003
10 May
'03
5:32 p.m.
On Fri, 9 May 2003, Cameron Kaiser wrote:
Why? A transformer desgined for 50Hz will always be happy on 60Hz mains.
It's the reverse (using the transformer on a lower frequency than it was
designed for) that causes problems. In general, you need a larger
transformer (more iron in the core) for a lower frequency.
-tony
Anyone out there have experience with how
Japanese computers of that era
(early 1980s) tolerate United States mains voltage, since Japanese voltage
is lower (100V)? Any recommendations, cautions, or concerns?
Also most likely 50 htz.
Two syllables: Variac. Little one, 2 amps is more than enough. It is
quite possible that you'll slowly fry the power transformer - it will