Re: Dumb "current transformer" questions

Nick Müller wrote: 
Jim Stewart <jstewart@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:


Yes, assuming that you haven't exceeded the primary
or secondary current ratings for the transformer.



Wouldn't a hall sensor do a better job?
I mean with all the square wave and changing frequency a current
transformer seems to be not the best choice.
And if he is in DC ...


Well, since it is Iggy that posted the question,
he probably has a big bag of surplus CT's that
he bought for $.50 (:


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