iabirder

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Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
Ngjockey, It sounds like maybe having the transformer on isn't as costly as we feared. Also that formula I posted for excitation current wasn't correct--I forgot to include the frequency in Hz. so I=E/(2 x 3.14 x Hz x L) where I is the excitation ... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
Jim,Actually I haven't been able to hook up any of my gear. We moved into a new house and after 18 months of remodeling, we're just now to the point when I can begin to put "my space" together.My wife will certainly appreciate your subpanel sugges... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
Ngjockey,I've been abusing the FedEx guys for some time now. I think its only fair I spread the love.David,60dB is what the fan on my computer case generates from an inch away, which is fairly unobtrusive. But as you suggested I did set a boombox ... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
David,I'll head to Radio Shack tonight--snowstorm be damned, and give the sound meter a try. Should be interesting.So what sort of wire are going you going to twist? Are you aware of any shielded cables that come in this configuration already? Wha... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
Sorry I forgot to add that the transformer and subpanel would be in the furnace room, which unfortunately is right behind where I'd be listening. There is a door. It shouldn't be any more audible than the furnace, should it? Anyway, it'll have to ... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
DMatt,Thanks for the info regarding the hospital grade recepticles. I have seen a number of favorite ports mentioned in threads, most often Hubbell 5362s.Based on what I've gleaned from other threads there is still a benefit to using recepticles w... 
Transformer--Subpanel Wiring
Ngjockey,Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I'm confused and probably don't know what I'm doing. But I promise I won't begin installing until I figure it out. Safety IS first. I won't be doing any of this myself, and expect my electrician to follow code....