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Re: [Amps] Transformer reliability? 34yr old Collins...

To: TMorton <cx7tt@4email.net>
Subject: Re: [Amps] Transformer reliability? 34yr old Collins...
From: Vic K2VCO <vic@rakefet.com>
Date: Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:56:02 -0700
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TMorton wrote:
> A local ham has a power transformer and I am considering using it to 
> power a 8877. I sent the serial numbers to the manufacturer, Johnson 
> Electric Coil Co and they answered that the xfmr was made in 1976 for 
> Collins Radio. My question is how reliable would this be after 32years? 
> What are the pros/cons?

If it is not potted and has been sitting in a damp place it may have 
absorbed moisture, which could cause insulation breakdown later. I am 
not sure what the best way is to dry it out, but someone will know.

-- 
73,
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco
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