Re: remote location of NSTs - away from coil base?

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Original poster: Gomez Addams <gomezaddams@xxxxxxxxx>


On Sep 6, 2006, at 11:37 AM, Tesla list wrote:

> Original poster: "Gerry  Reynolds" <gerryreynolds@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>
> Hi Gomez,
>
> The connection really isnt that critical since small amperage is
> involved.

Yes, I know.  This is the fifth or sixth coil I've built.

> The connector needs to have the proper spacing for the 20KV+
> voltage it will have.  I bet a banana plug (with proper spacing of
> course) will work just fine.  These things are good for like 3amps
> I believe and I dont think you have a 14400 3 amp (43 KVA) PIG.
> Alternatively, you could just bolt the cable to make the connection.

I'll come up with something.  This is mostly a cosmetic / convenience
issue.
I may just be forced to put the NST in the TC base as I have done in
the past.
At least then the control panel will be a lot easier to carry!

 - G.