Canadian sources for transformers?

[The Wizard]

Hi folks,

I am building a variation of JGRO's router (build log here... http://cnczone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6244) and I recently decided I had to upgrade the board/motor set up I had as I was just not getting the speed I needed to use the machine. I decided to go with the major 3 axis package from Hobby CNC with the intention of running it at a higher voltage than my current computer power supply. This package comes with all the parts for a suitable power supply except for the transformer.

I have tried to source a suitable transformer within Canada to try and avoid the border taxes (I got hit for $50 on the package when it crossed the border) as I am medically disabled and on a very fixed income. I have tried online and scoured the local yellow pages but the only place I found was an electrical distributor in the nearest city (Windsor, ON) who could order in the recommended Hammond transformer at a cost of $80+ CDN plus taxes (ouch!).

Can anyone recommend a source for suitable power transformers (either new or surplus) within Canada? The specs call for 30VAC at 10A (300VA?) as the ideal size but 24VAC at 10A (240VA?) will do the job too.

Any help will be greatfully appreciated .

Larry

[Al_The_Man]

Plitron Is a Canadian company.
Also is Hammond available through Electrosonic and others.
Al

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by Al_The_Man Plitron Is a Canadian company. Also is Hammond available through Electrosonic and others. Al

Thanks for those Al. Plitron has no prices on the site unfortunately so I will have to call them tomorrow. The Hammond is available through Electrosonic but is virtually the same price as my local Electrozad Supply branch so by the time you factor in shipping I would be better off buying locally. The roughly $80 price tag is amazing for a transformer (I guess I am out of touch with current prices).

Just for info the Hammond transformer recommended is Part #165S30.

Larry

[wildebs_27]

You can also get transformers from these sites :

http://www.active-tech.ca
http://www.addison-electronique.com/

I'm getting most of the parts I need from them. Addison is more or less an electronic surplus depot, if it's not on their catalog, they probably have it in stock bu you need to call.

Try those ! I know Active got Hammond Mfg transformers.

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by wildebs_27 You can also get transformers from these sites : http://www.active-tech.ca http://www.addison-electronique.com/ I'm getting most of the parts I need from them. Addison is more or less an electronic surplus depot, if it's not on their catalog, they probably have it in stock bu you need to call. Try those ! I know Active got Hammond Mfg transformers.

Thanks for the links I will check them out.

Larry