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Homebuilders Hotwire Kit
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An excellent hot wire system consisting of a controller and transformer. Recommended by Rutan Aircraft Factory as a good system at a very economical price. Quantity Discount: 15% Discount on 12 units or more. WIRE DIAGRAM FOR HOMEBUILDER'S HOT WIRE KIT |
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Homebuilders Special Hotwire Kit
Awesome system. Follow the wiring diagram per the instructions. You may not get an output voltage reading at first, but when you attach your hotwire frame, the system will work as advertised! For a 33 x 0.032 saw, it got to optimal foam cutting speed temp at about 1/3 of a turn.
If youre building a Long EZ the plans call for a transformer with a 4A output. If youre cutting foam 64 in length per LEZ plans you may find the 3A maximum output insufficient: I burnt out the transformer from this kit while making some large cuts.
Burned up after 1 large airfoil cut.
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Homebuilders Special Hotwire Kit
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Please note, Aircraft Spruce Australia's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce Australia assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
The transformer does get hot, and this kit was designed by a customer or composite instructor, many years ago. The only instructions should have been provided with the unit, but are also on our web site. This is a homebuilders unit, so you may want to consult with an electrician to make any changes to better suit your application.
The voltage is 24 VAC and the amp output is 3 Amps.
Specifications:
24V 3A POWER TRANSFORMER
INPUT/PRIMARY: 117VAC, 60Hz
OUTPUT(SECONDARY): CENTER TAPPED 3-SOLDER LUGS, e.g. 6V-0-6V, 9V-0-9V, 12V-0-12V.
DIMENSIONS: 76MM X 40MM
