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Variac Dial Transfer/Image

11/29/2012 3:56 AM

Hi All,

I have a 0-260V (270V) variac, but it does not have a dial plate. Does anyone know where I can get a good image of a dial plate so as I can scale it to the size I require and then print it off on acetate to produce my own dial plate?

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Re: Variac Dial Transfer/Image

11/29/2012 4:57 AM

Through how many degrees does you variac's dial turn? Measure if you are uncertain. This will effect the proper dial plate indication.

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11/29/2012 6:29 AM

Approximately 330 degrees.
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11/29/2012 6:47 AM

So, printing out a dial that equates to roughly an angle of 1.27 degrees for each volt will work.

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11/29/2012 7:13 AM

Ok, but where do I get an image for this?
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11/29/2012 7:17 AM

Use a graphing program like 'Graph' or 'Google Sketchup'

both are free.

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11/29/2012 8:43 AM

Thanks; appreciate that.
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11/29/2012 9:17 AM

ok, you should be able to save and resize as needed, if you can use this:
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Re: Variac Dial Transfer/Image

11/29/2012 8:17 PM

Didn't you read his post? He needs a 0-260, not 0-130. Can you change the #'s for him? (Sorry, couldn't resist - should have figured you'd have one.
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11/29/2012 8:34 PM

Interpolate.
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11/29/2012 11:24 PM

If you can't use Lyn's image, I could draw one in CAD in 10 or 15 minutes. It would be best to email it to avoid losing detail. Let me know if you want me to. Also let me know the OD of the markings. Could be black on white or white on black...

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11/30/2012 4:06 AM

Good morning,

Yes please draw me one. The OD of the markings are 140mm. Could you do it black on white? THANKS!

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11/30/2012 9:15 AM

Here it comes:

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11/30/2012 10:00 AM

Thanks dkwarner. That is excellent; exactly what I require.
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11/30/2012 10:14 AM

Glad I could help!

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11/30/2012 2:59 PM

Hi dkwarner,

The variac dial you done for me was great. Can I ask you to do me another favour, PLEASE! Could you do me another one reading 0 - 100%?
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11/30/2012 6:10 PM

Took me at least 5 minutes:

BTW, I can easily flip it backwards if you want to use one of the iron-on methods.

There will be an extra charge if you want it to say %...

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11/30/2012 10:34 AM

Let's give the man a GA (Good answer vore) then.

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11/30/2012 11:16 AM

Thanks Lyn!

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