variac 2001 07 14

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OLD Variac Variable transformer, UGLY but it WORKS

This is an old and ugly as hell (see pictures) Variac variable AC transformer. It takes 110 VAC input and depending on the knob position, converts it into 1-160 VAC output. It says 200-500 on the cover, which I interpret as being able to convert 200 to 500 watts of power.

I have tested this unit with a digital voltmeter and it works just fine. It is, howerver, rather unsightly and shows age. I do believe however that it is about as good as new -- there is no wear and tear in transformers.


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