Re: Van de Graaff generator safety question (fwd)

[Steven Roys <sroys@xxxxxxxx>]

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Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2004 01:00:50 -0600
From: Dr. Resonance <resonance@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: High Voltage list <hvlist@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Van de Graaff generator safety question (fwd)


I've developed a proprietary belt material based on teflon polymers.  We
manufacture belts to size as required.

HV externally excited at 7 kV DC pos at 1 mA.  Even 500 uA works fine on
belts less than 12 inches wide.

We have a full machine shop and make our own.

Dr. Resonance

Resonance Research Corporation
E11870 Shadylane Rd.
Baraboo   WI   53913
> Questions"
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> 1. What did you use for the "belt"?  Make it yourself?
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> 2. Was is separately excited?  I assume it must be.
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> 3. Did the increase in driving torque go up as much as the current did?
> In other words, was it more efficient?
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> 4. What did you use for pulleys?
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> Very much interested,
>
> Ed
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