Electric Transformers, Powering the Globe

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A fallen power line; terrifying on so many levels. First the wires could be dangerous, second, and most important, the power might be out at the house, and life as we know it temporarily stops. Luckily this is a fairly rare occurrence, but when it does happen, it is a rough adjustment. Power is distributed through the power lines with the help of electric transformers. These transformers store and transport energy, and convert it from Continue reading →

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Step Up or Step Down? Step Up Transformers

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Everything today seems to need different amounts of energy to be powered. Electric razors use very low amounts, while many factories require incredibly large amounts of power. These constant fluctuations can have dangerous effects. If the power isn’t high enough, the product simply won’t work. However, if the level is too high short-circuiting could occur, equipment or fuses could be blown and fires could even result. Transformers are designed to change the voltage levels of electric currents. They are able to Continue reading →

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Zigzag Kids and Zigzag Transformers

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Most people know how to zigzag. Kids especially seem to learn what this technique is at a very early age. Whether it is creating zigzagging lines across their homework or zigzagging across the yellow lines in the road while riding a bike, the term zigzag is definitely not foreign. However, if you asked those kids what a zigzag transformer is, they would probably look at you as if you were nuts and run off in their own zigzag manner. A zigzag transformer is designed to provide a point to earth for ungrounded electrical Continue reading →

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