26-06-2015, 04:39 PM
Honestly, don't go to any trouble - I've wandered off into academic realms here 
When it comes to simulators, they do have their uses, but in general, I'm in agreement with Bob Pease
Indeed, 5 times 2.7 is 13.5 watts! OK, that'll be about half that in practice, but even so... That's why the idea of a current transformer appeals. I've never tried to see if it can be done passively, however. If needed, some amplification could be powered by a capacitor dropper. I'm a little bit wary of capacitor droppers these days; although I've made many over the years, and they have been reliable with the right component choices, there are better ways.
Cheers,
Mark
When it comes to simulators, they do have their uses, but in general, I'm in agreement with Bob Pease
Indeed, 5 times 2.7 is 13.5 watts! OK, that'll be about half that in practice, but even so... That's why the idea of a current transformer appeals. I've never tried to see if it can be done passively, however. If needed, some amplification could be powered by a capacitor dropper. I'm a little bit wary of capacitor droppers these days; although I've made many over the years, and they have been reliable with the right component choices, there are better ways.
Cheers,
Mark
