Definition of autotransformer in English:
autotransformer
nounɔːtəʊtransˈfɔːməˌôdōtransˈfôrmər
An electrical transformer which has a single winding of which part is common to both primary and secondary circuits.
Example sentencesExamples
- They can build autotransformers to any voltage and current required.
- If this is actually an autotransformer, then you do not have a separate primary and secondary winding.
- This line of autotransformers offers cost effective and reliable means of AC blower motor speed control.
- Always connect the autotransformer after the power switch and fuse of the equipment it is installed in.
- I am planning to build a 4 input volume control device using an autotransformer and remote control.