AC power on pcb's.

HerbertMunch

New Member

• Feb 6, 2008

• #1

Hi, Ive got a pcb transformer that i intend to use for a project.

are there any considerations that need to be taken in to account in designing a pcb that will have 240v ac surging through it ?


Many thanks.

 

K

KMoffett

Well-Known Member

• Feb 6, 2008

• #2

For starters:

Trace spacing for voltage:
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Trace width for current:


Ken

 

Krumlink

New Member

• Feb 6, 2008

• #3

Thats about it. Just make sure that the spacing between the tracks and the width is correct. I would also be sure to not put any delicate microelectronics near it

 

HerbertMunch

New Member

• Feb 6, 2008

• #4

Nice one,
thanks very much both of you.

Chris.