Primary Current Draw

[Lightfoot]

The current transformer I have in my HO train throttle power supply has a primary winding of 115 volts.

The secondary is 24 volts with a center tap and is rated at 10 amps.

How do I calculate the current draw on the primary for selecting a fuse?

Thanks

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[Robert Kubichek]

10amps / (115/24) or 115/24=4.79 10/4.795=2.1

24v 10 amps = 241 watts
115v 2.1 amps = 241 watts

I would go with a 2.5 or 3 amp fuse for primary.
But if you want to protect the transformer,
use a 2 amp fuse and don't draw the full load of 10 amps.

Those transformers are kind of expensive aren't they???

Bob

[T Chap]

Why not meter it?