I've come to the conclusion that a linear regulator isn't my best bet, or if it is, I must have missed the memo.
What if I asked you this, forget all the other stuff we've been over...
I have a 25VCT transformer and full wave rectifier. How can I build a variable power supply [close to] 0V to 24VDC at min. 1A output? With built in analog volt meter, oh, and throw in variable current limit with an analog ammeter too.
SURELY somewhere there is a design for something like that! I've spend at least 24 hours total trying to figure this thing out... And you know, I'm going to be pretty -insert choice words here- off if I don't end up with something that works. At this point I'm not too worried about what I have to spend (within reason) to make it work, I just want something I can say I made and that works. I'm counting on your help and reply, but please, excuse my anger, this:
The calculation uses grade 4 simple arithmatic.
is not the reply I'm looking for. I know something, just not
everything. If you've got any useful suggestions than please, let me know. Otherwise, I truly have appreciated everyone's help and good day to you... or night, or what ever time it is where you might be. Thanks.