working at the Ganz Works, Budapest, invented the first transformer in 1885. The ZBD transformer was able to efficiently step up or down voltage levels. This made long-distance transmission of electricity possible. This innovation was the cornerstone of the adoption of AC systems. ...
(which is extremely important, or else you're wasting energy), and found some at home depot. When they arrived by mail, I cut the wire from the transformer and wired it directly into the battery. I then ran a 60 foot 14 ga. wire from my battery bank to the front of the house, ...