How to Wire Electronic Transformers
An electronic transformer is a great source to provide AC current to buildings or electrical appliances. It is also used for appliances that need variation in power, as electronic transformers have inverter circuits that can vary the current. Electronic transfers are considered as the most consistent source for supplying AC current. By wiring electronic transformers, you can easily expand the circuit anywhere in the building.
- Make a list. You need to make a list of all tools and necessary parts involved in wiring of electronic transformer. These may include line cords, small wire nuts, power switch, circuit breaker, pliers, screwdrivers and wire stripper.
- Collect all the tools. You have to collect all the tools and parts into one place before starting. You may buy most of the tools from any hardware shop near your home.
- Disconnect the main supply. Turn off the power of the main switch or disconnect any other power source of the circuit you want to wire. Remember, trying to wire electronic transformer without turning off the main supply can cause severe or life threatening injury.
- Start wiring. Locate the two terminals of the electric transformer usually marked as "IN" and "OUT". Use wire stripper to strip the ends of the line cords and join one end of the electrical line cord with the input terminal of transformer (connect both live and neutral wires, red to terminal marked "L" and black to terminal marked "N") and the other to the line connected to the main power supply.
- Repeat the same step for the other terminal. Connect another line cord with the output terminal of electronic transformer. Use the other end of the same line cord to connect with the appliance that you want to supply power. Do not use long wires for the output terminal.
- Recheck your wiring. Check all your connections before turning on main supply. After detailed checking, turn on the power supply to test your wiring.