Re: MMC source

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Original poster: "Dr. Resonance by way of Terry Fritz <teslalist-at-qwest-dot-net>" <resonance-at-jvlnet-dot-com>


We're tested the Geek Group MMC caps and they work great.  No noticeable
difference on a small coil between the MMC caps and a $685.00 Maxwell energy
discharge cap.  It's a good product at a great price!

Dr. Resonance

Resonance Research Corporation
E11870 Shadylane Rd.
Baraboo   WI   53913
 >
 > With some of the recent MMC questions and some newbies, I thought I would
 > post a quick note about our MMC caps.
 >
 > If you're looking for capacitors to build an MMC, check out the "Geek
Caps":
 > http://www.thegeekgroup-dot-org/mmc
 >
 > We have two capacitors available: a 2kV, .10uF cap, and a 2kV, .15uF
 > cap.  Both are 942C series polypropylene foil capacitors manufactured by
 > Cornell-Dubilier Electronics.  Both caps have an impecable service record
 > in Tesla Service, and have recieved some rave reviews.  Testing performed
 > by Terry Fritz, our beloved moderator, has shown these capacitors to be
 > extremely robust and tolerant of Tesla coil operation.  Thousands have
been
 > sold, with only a few problems that have been attributed to poor design or
 > construction.  To aid with that issue, two guides are availble on the
 > site:  a design guide that recommends an MMC for the commonly used neon
 > sign transformer sizes, and a guide with the recommended construction
 > practices.  The order form and order status is available online, and
 > payment can be made via paypal.
 >
 > It is our hope to make the MMC accessible to all Tesla Coilers.
 >
 > I would be happy to answer all questions, on list or off.
 >
 > Cheers,
 >
 > Mark Broker
 >
 >
 >