RE: [TCML] Beginner questions for first tesla

["Jim Mora" <wavetuner@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Simon,

You question is a bit vague. Are you trying to "set" the spark gap opening.
Yes, this should be done without the cap bank. Traditionally, a variac is
cranked up to 140v (American) or 280v England and the safety gap is set so
it just barely fires at this voltage. The main gap is then set to rock and
roll at this voltage. Many charts are on the Inet for distance of a static
gap at a given voltage. Shape has a bearing such as flat faces verses ball
or knobs and sizes.
 I hope that answers your question, otherwise, please be more specific so
the group can be most helpful.

Jim Mora
Ojai, Ca. USA
Please work (play) safely

-----Original Message-----
From: tesla-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx [mailto:tesla-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf
Of Simon Dodd
Sent: Wednesday, August 13, 2008 10:40 AM
To: Tesla Coil Mailing List
Subject: [TCML] Beginner questions for first tesla

Hi all,

Just a quick one although I'm sure more questions will follow, should  
my spark gap be firing without my MMC attached to the circuit?

If you need more information on my Tesla coil I can send it later

Thanks in advance for your help

Simon

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Yes Boss Music
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