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Reply to "circuit breaker location"

Actually, a major shortcoming of the single breaker in the common for a multi-output transformer is the total lack of protection for a short between two of the outputs!  There can be unlimited current in that case with no circuit protection at all.

John, where you've quoted me is taken out of context.  I've been advocating all along for installing instant breakers on every output of a postwar transformer.  This present discussion is about whether to also add a breaker to the TIU output common.  I've since edited the section you quoted to remove the ambiguity you've pointed out.

Last edited by SteveH

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