• 03-18-2013 09:35 AM #0
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    enlarger's light output stability???
    No. The Enlarger still has it's stabilizer. The step-down transformer just works to convert your power supply as if it was a 120V supply. Depending on which transformer you get you may need to wire up a lead to convert the socket on the transformer to the socket on the analyser. The chain of devices is:-

    240v mains => stepdown transformer => 120V mains => 120v analyser => 120v enlarger transformer (with its regulator) => enlarger/fan/bulb

    Just one other thought. If you are going to use the analyser safelight output you will need a 120v bulb in the safelight as well.

    decent transformer
    If it were me I'd get a building site stepdown. Very easy to find, high rating so won't overheat. Even the smallest are probably 1kW. like this:-
    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110v-Trans...item43b88819f3

    or you could get something like this:-

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Goldsource-S...3617703&sr=8-7

    I'd go for 1kW minimum, even though you are only drawing 250-300W.
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