Transformer Used

The iron laminations were taken from a surplus transformer. Where did the transformer come from? How do you open a transformer?

Transformer Used

The device under test was the largest such item found in the local surplus electronics shops.

• Allied Electronics 6K187VBR
• Primary (pin 1 and 4): 115 / 230v
• Secondary A (pin 5 and 7): 24v @ 4A
• Secondary B (pin 6 and 8): 24v @ 4A
• Made in Canada 3-18-2003

This photo shows the transformer as disassembly begins.

Finally, this image shows the pieces after the transformer is fully taken apart.