Any reason to get the Dunlop Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face instead of …
Oct 21, 2022 · Since the MXR Variac fuzz is a Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face with the additional tone and variac knobs, would it be a better idea to just get the MXR if I'm looking for that same fuzz face tone …
uses for Variac - All About Circuits
Aug 19, 2018 · Hello there, A variac is a transformer with variable secondary winding turns. That means the applications are almost endless. Since in it's main uses it lowers power to AC devices, whether or …
Variacs are dangerous - All About Circuits
Dec 27, 2017 · Variacs are not isolated from earth. The variac pictured can put out 130V ac, referenced to earth ground. An isolation transformer is not referenced to earth making circuits safer to work on …
What's a good Variac to get? - The Gear Page
Finding the "sweet spot" on the variac linked to the gain and volume settings on the amp takes a little bit of experimentation, however, the end result has always proven valuable in terms of sound quality …
Isolation Variac or Isolation Transformer? - All About Circuits
May 13, 2016 · I was in my teens some 40 years ago and somehow managed a 3A Variac for free and a 1 KW isolation transformer for like $10.00. I added an Analog voltmeter and ammeter as well as …
Isolation transformer for variac advice. - All About Circuits
May 8, 2017 · Hello! I'm building "isolation transformer+variac+dim bulb tester combo" according to plans in attached pictures (from "Mr Carlson's Lab" YT channel - It's gonna be enclosed in chassis …
Importance of isolation Transformers | All About Circuits
Mar 25, 2012 · A Variac does indeed have just one winding. But it doesn't have a rheostat. The knob controls a brush slider which moves along the exposed winding to vary the tap point and thus the …
variac + rectifier + caps = dc power supply - All About Circuits
Aug 26, 2012 · Here is what I got 10amp 120 variac + 35amp 800v full wave rectifier + 450v 3500uf caps Will this work as a 0-120v dc power supply? will it provide a clean dc current? if not , what else is …
Duel variac setup... | All About Circuits
Jun 15, 2016 · A good 220volt variac can cost hundreds and I already have (2) 120v 5 ampers. And keep in mind I still have poor control with the SCRs even though they are cheap.
Troubleshooting variac - All About Circuits
May 9, 2011 · Right, got it fixed, I disassembled the variac and cleaned all the contacts (primarily a wavy copper ring that was really dirty) using sandpaper, an eraser, and acetone.