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



Joerg wrote:
Mike Silva wrote:

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"?


If this connects to mains you should use one unless the application is totally encapsulated and on its own (no external connections). One reason is that even in the US it happens that electricians miswire an outlet. IOW what is supposed to be neutral is hot, you connect something ... KABOOM.


You misunderstand the question, it pertains to using an isolation versus a rectifier transformer.

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