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Re: First Coil!
Tesla List wrote:
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> Subscriber: jd231825-at-engr.colostate.edu Mon Feb 10 21:58:34 1997
> Date: Sun, 9 Feb 1997 09:20:57 -0700
> From: Jeff Detweiler <jd231825-at-engr.colostate.edu>
> To: tesla-at-pupman-dot-com
> Subject: Re: First Coil!
>
> >>>>
> I have no available means of purchasing neons, or other high voltage
> sources, I am REALLY interested in the Pole Pig transformers, they look
> very sturdy, powerfull, and easy to work with. But anyhow, I am looking
> at prices for any of the above, and all I have found is brand new, a
> neon (15Kv) for 180$. What do you think about that? And can you get them
> pre-removed from the tar mess they get boxed in?
> <<<<
>
> Jeremy,
>
> The best way to get neon transformers is by calling neon shops and asking
> for their out-of-warrenty transformers; they can't sell these with their
> commercial signs and you should be able to buy one for really cheap (I got
> a 12 kV 60 mA for $20).
Found a lady! She does this for a living, and all she does is buy the
out of warranty transformers, she has 12kv 30ma neons for $20. You found
a good deal I see. I found a guy that says he will give me whatever I
want if I make such a device as a Tesla coil (He was interested in the
30" streamers ;).
>
> I would definitely not recommend a pole pig transformer at this point! They
> can be quite expensive, weigh a ton, and they really are a big step above
> neon transformers for a beginner--wait until you get more experience with
> TCs before tackling one of these.
Oh I know, I have seen them, the are awsome, but for 20$ compared to
190$ for a 14.4kv that also runs at 220V, a voltage I dont want to play
with just yet, I will stick with neons. ;)
>
> I noticed your email address is an internet provider in Florida--is that
> where you live? Maybe if there is anyone on the list from Florida they
> might be able to direct you to a good source of neon transformers. But
> whatever you do, don't pay $180!
Yep, I'm in Florida. How did you know that Flinet = Florida Internet, I
guess you saw the Fl. :) That is something most people dont notice. So
Attension all you coilers in Florida! Email me! Maybe we can get
togather and discuss coiling!
>
> As far as the solid-state circuits go that I mentioned, try doing an
> "inter-library" loan through your local library for the magazines. If that
> fails and you are still interested in a solid-state TC, let me know and
> I'll try to scrounge the articles for you and send them to you.
>
> Jeff Detweiler
Naw. Solid State TCs are out of the question, I am interested in The
real Mommas now.
Anyone here have any info on making your own neons? I mean it cant be
that hard, the only down side I see is all the copper your gonna need.
Jeremy Bair