> Jinx - based upon the above, I'd consider dealing with the transformer
> in current mode rather than voltage mode.  In other words, add a
> sufficiently low value resistor to the output so that it is in fact
running
> at full load.  Maybe even try running it into an almost short circuit.
>
> Does it in fact run cooler loaded than unloaded?

>From the initially skimpy testing, it appears to. I intended to do a lot
of experimenting on it this past week but it's only just got to the front
of the queue. Mr Transformer will be turning to the right and coughing
this weekend

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