Any technical reason not to use isolation transformer to make DC?



If I want a source of 150-160VDC is there any technical reason why I
shouldn't use an isolation transformer to feed a rectifier & filter?
As opposed to a purpose-designed 120VAC secondary "power transformer"?

Mike
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