Carroll & Meynell 3 phase transformers provide a trouble free and efficient way of varying and controlling AC voltages. Variation of the output voltage is achieved by a rotating arm and a carbon brush that rolls around a winding commutator. These 3 phase variable autotransformers consist of three single phase variacs that are mounted on a common shaft and connected in the star vector configuration. The variacs are positioned so that the brush arms on each unit are matched. This new range of autotransformers uses round carbon brushes, riding out any imperfection which gives a smoother operation. The round Carbon brush should last the lifetime of the unit.
Features
High Efficiency. No Waveform Distortion. Excellent Regulation Centre tap in winding for buck-boost applications Rugged Construction. Low Operating Torque. Smooth and Linear Output Low current density in round carbon brush. Low Magnetising Current.
Variable Auto Transformers
Continuously variable alternating current (a.c.) output voltage Rugged construction Low operating torque High efficiency/excellent regulation
Silver-plated commutator Low magnetising current No waveform distortion, smooth linear output & overload capacity Screw terminals Complete with knob and dial