Technical Document Library
Please find our range of technical articles below.
These cover a wide variety of transformer theory topics.
These articles and testing guides will help to get the best from your instrument.
Articles can be read on-line, or can be downloaded as PDFs.
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Tech Note
| Part |
Name |
Description |
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| 086-627 |
The Voltech Handbook of Transformer Testing |
This article covers a wide range of transformer theory and Voltech's testing capability. |
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| 104-023 |
Measurements for DC Chokes |
This documents outlines test methods for all types of DC Chokes. |
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| 104-029 |
Detecting Shorted Windings |
This document outlines the methods used by the AT Series testers to find shorted windings. |
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| 104-039 |
Transformer Basics |
This document explains the basic theory and operation of transformers |
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| 104-104 |
Kelvin Connections |
Outlines of methods and techniques to obtain high accuracy readings of low resistances. |
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| 104-105 |
Measuring Leakage Inductance |
An explanation of Leakage Inductance in transformers, why it is important, and how to best perform measurements |
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| 104-112 |
Using the AT Series User Port |
How to use the AT Series User Ports to switch your test fixture during a test for extra test coverage. |
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| 104-113 |
Turns Ratio |
An explanation of Turns Ratio and several methods to obtain best measurements. |
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| 104-118 |
Relay Switching Techniques |
The technical background to the AT Series testers. Explains how the nodes operate during testing to give accurate 4-wire measurements. |
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| 104-127 |
Laminate Transformer Testing |
A document covering Laminate Transformers and methods for accurate testing. |
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| 104-128 |
Ferrite Transformer Testing |
A tech note describing theory of Ferrite Transformers. |
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| 104-151 |
Testing with Constant AC Current |
How to test transformers at constant current. Covers testing above and below 2 Amps. |
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| 104-153 |
Testing Audio & Telecom Transformers |
Frequently asked questions about Audio and Telecommunications transformers |
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| 104-160 |
Testing Chokes and Transformers with High-Current DC Bias |
A document covering DC BIAS testing using several different techniques. |
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| 104-162 |
Testing Line Frequency Transformers |
This describes the theory and answers common questions on Mains Voltage (50Hz/60Hz) Transformers. |
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User Manual
| Part |
Name |
Description |
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| 098-024 |
AT3600 User Manual |
The full user manual for the AT3600 transformer tester. |
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| 098-028 |
Guide To Fixture Construction |
This explains what Voltech can provide to make your own test fixtures and how to get good repeatable measurements every time. |
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| 098-072 |
AC INTERFACE User Manual |
The user manual for the AC INTERFACE FIXTURE, which extends the AT3600/AT5600 test range. |
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| 098-100 |
DC1000 User Manual |
The DC1000 PRECISION DC BIAS CURRENT SOURCE user manual. |
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