Re: Magnet Wire

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Original poster: "Dr. Resonance" <resonance-at-jvlnet-dot-com> 


Get double-insulated 200 degree C wire --- it has extra insulation and can
prevent high frequency creepage better than the single insulated.  It
doesn't cost much more but gives you added protection from tracking and
flashover damage turn-to-turn.

Dr. Resonance

Resonance Research Corporation
E11870 Shadylane Rd.
Baraboo   WI   53913
 >
 > I am looking to purchase some magnet wire for my first TC and I have found
 > some different types that are all for the same AWG size.  There is Heavy
 > Poly Nylon (HPN), Polyimide Enamel (ML), Single Amidester (Sa), and Single
 > Poly Nylon (SPN).  Does anyone have a clue which is the best kind to use
 > for a TC and what the differences are?  Thanks.
 >
 > Newell