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Re: [TCML] Spark dynamics on Jacobs Ladder



Hi Dave,

Beats me! But the description (and sound) says that the discharge is DC, not AC. Perhaps a substation for DC traction?? 3 kVDC is one of the voltages used in Europe...

Bert

David Speck wrote:
Bert,

Any idea what sort of transformer they used to get 500 amps at 3 kV? That's about 1000 MOTs in parallel (not to mention 1.5 megawatts!!)!

Dave
One very interesting video clip shows a circular Jacob's Ladder created by a higher current (3 kV, 500A) arc. The circular loop has a gap to prevent the arc from "hanging" half way around. Any German speaking folks who can translate the speech on the video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hGiAIRcn98

Bert
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