Isolation vs Control AC Transformer
A question that can arise is what’s the difference between Isolation and Control AC Transformers? To look at this, let’s define what each of these AC transformers is and what they do.
Isolation Transformers
One of the core design features of our TX series AC Transformers from Power Source is galvanic isolation. This design feature can protect people and sensitive electronics from ‘dirty’ mains-grid power. By design, these AC transformers convert power from magnetism to electricity and back, creating a physical gap between the mains grid and your components. This is ideal for a 1:1 ratio and for maintaining the input voltage at the output, just isolating either side from the other.
Control Transformers
Control transformers can take an input voltage and step it down to safer control voltages for electronics, such as a 240V input stepping down to a 24V output.
Understanding the differences, our Power Source TX series can perform both of these roles. The TX series features transformers with input/output ratios ranging from 1:1 to 17.3:1. All feature galvanic isolation, ensuring your electronics are protected from dirty power and noise, and that personnel installing these power supplies are safe.
If you’d like to learn more about how the TX series can be used for an upcoming installation, the ADM team is here to help! Send any questions to our team via our contact page here or call us directly on 1300 236 467.
