[Jewelry making - Article 01162] - Re: [Orchid] Anodzing Power Supply

[James Binnion]

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Marlin,

    What you probably bought on ebay is a variable transformer or
    variac. This is a type of auto transformer with a movable tap. They
    are a very common surplus item.  This is not an isolation
    transformer and if it is what you have then you are running a high
    risk of electrocuting yourself as there is no isolation from the
    line power with this type of unit. It is imperative that you make
    sure that you really have an isolation transformer in the circuit as
    well as the variable transformer. 

Regards
Jim Binnion

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