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Re: [TCML] rotary gap disk



If you are running above 3 kVA lexan is a poor choice.  It will begin to
melt (soften) around your electrodes and could result in a disc explosion.
G-10 has much better thermal properties and that's why it's more expensive.

Dr. Resonance




On Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 8:03 AM, <jhowson4@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> so i found a really good deal on lexan.  17$ for a 1/2" thick 12" by 12"
> couldn't find any G10 for cheap so i am going with lexan.  do you guys
> think that the 1/2" thickness is good. I am planning on spinning a 6.5 inch
> diameter disk with up to 8 threaded rod and brass cap electrodes.
> I have a 1/3 HP  motor that I am going to modify for sync operation.
>
> what do you guys think?
>
> Jay Howson
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