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Jamie Morken
- Jan 1, 1970
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Hi,
I am using a transformer with tap switches to accomodate a wide input
voltage range, initially I was going to use fets for the tap switches
(two in series for each tap switch with sources and gates connected),
but since the tap switch frequency is very low (lower than once per
minutes average) I think relays may be better to use for this, also
there is no power transfer during switching so the relays should last
long.
The transformer is driven by an Hbridge with 500VDC, and the max
pulsed current is around 15amps.
Any suggestion on good relays to use for these tap switches?
I was thinking this one might work:
http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail?name=RM507024-ND
Hard to get at digikey (min 100 quantity). Anyone have another source
for high voltage relays rated to at least 5000VA, and with the UL
approval.
Heres a picture of the transformer with the tap switches:
http://rocketresearch.nekrom.com/new/transformer with tap switches/transformer-tapswitches.jpg
cheers,
Jamie
I am using a transformer with tap switches to accomodate a wide input
voltage range, initially I was going to use fets for the tap switches
(two in series for each tap switch with sources and gates connected),
but since the tap switch frequency is very low (lower than once per
minutes average) I think relays may be better to use for this, also
there is no power transfer during switching so the relays should last
long.
The transformer is driven by an Hbridge with 500VDC, and the max
pulsed current is around 15amps.
Any suggestion on good relays to use for these tap switches?
I was thinking this one might work:
http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail?name=RM507024-ND
Hard to get at digikey (min 100 quantity). Anyone have another source
for high voltage relays rated to at least 5000VA, and with the UL
approval.
Heres a picture of the transformer with the tap switches:
http://rocketresearch.nekrom.com/new/transformer with tap switches/transformer-tapswitches.jpg
cheers,
Jamie