Original poster: "resonance" <resonance@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
I have played with AC powered TCs for nearly 45 years now and I have
never ever had a shock from a small, medium, or large TC that runs
on AC. I recall Ed Wingate has issued warnings where he has had bad
experiences with dual cap "equi-drive" systems, but I have not used
this type of drive so really can't comment on it.
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Best to error on the side of caution if you have any doubts.
I would suggest using a small ground probe with an NE-2 neon bult to
"test" the caps and check them after use in your particular coil
design. If after dozens of operations, and no stored charge found,
I think it would be safe to discontinue such tests.
Be safe!
Dr. Resonance
Dr. R- as I recall you told me once that you don't use bleeders on
MMC banks and they aren't necessary. Have you changed your view or
does this just apply to VTTC coils?