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    Current Source/Sink Notation

    Helo, I've been under the assumption that the (-) in the "source I " is refering to actual electron flow (- to + ). Someone correct me if I'm wrong. -99
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    making Ignition spark pickup

    Hello, Although I've never made one what about using an inductive clamp as used on a timing light. I have no idea of what the output level would be, if too high :2 back to back zener diodes would clamp at your desired level, if too low :[i]amplify. _99
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    rear stop/tail light from led's

    Hello, Check out http://hometown.aol.com/cruzzerkid/customrodtronics.html They may have something you can use.
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    S&C Fused Cutouts

    Hello, I've been having a problem with S&C 14.4 Kv/100 A fused cutouts not dropping free when the fuse link breaks. All it takes is a SLIGHT touch with a hotstick at the bottom of fuseholder and the tensioner pulls the link free and they drop out. When inspecting them after removal all pivot...
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    Measuring output of a VFD

    Greetings again, Thanks to all for the help. Using a Simpson and a 1940's vintage Weston I measured 200-202 vac. I understand now,Question answered. Till next time, Underling99
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    Measuring output of a VFD

    Jaref, Thanks for the input. The DMM's I used are : Fluke 87 and an Amprobe (can't remember the model). Both are true-rms DMM's. I'll try using my simpson 860.
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    Measuring output of a VFD

    Greetings, I'm trying to measure the output voltage of a vfd (yaksawa pc606) thats programmed for a max voltage of 200 v. Using 2 different t-rms dmm's i am measuring appx. 250v. Are the dmm's leading me "astray" because of the high switching freq?? Thanks in advance

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