Consider a wire which is carrying a current. If we now run that wire through a conductive loop, current is induced in the loop. This is how "clamp" ammeters work.
We can do the same thing by running a wire through the center of a torroid and connecting the ends of the wire somewhere outside the torroid to form a conductive loop. When we apply power to the torroid, enormous currents can flow through the wire loop. Do not try this at home!
The "shorted turn" condition will occur anytime we have an ...
Thanks for the informative (and detailed) explaination.
I replaced my Xformer mounting bolts with 1/4-20 PVC cap screws from McMasters-Carr. An outrageous price at $ 2.27 each, but reasonable for peace of mind.
