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Originally Posted by bhegges
On the topic of rewinding vertical output transformer and/or dipping then in varnish is there anyone that currently offers this service?
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I could do rewinding, I have done three different parts with success; the 15" Westinghouse vertical convergence transformer, a CTC-5 vertical output, and the CTC -10 and up vertical output. As far as trying to re-varnish an existing transformer, it probably wouldn't make a difference. The varnish really only seals the ends of the winding anyway. If you ever try unwinding one of these transformers, the winding turns come off easily except at the ends where the varnish is.
On the subject of replacements, they are all constructed the same way and with those same vintage transformer materials, so going OE vs aftermarket doesn't make a difference as far as reliability.