Re: [TCML] Strike Rail Hits Was: Stacking vs Large Diameter

["Mike H" <mike8675309@xxxxxxxxx>]

On Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 6:25 PM, bartb <bartb@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Hi Mike,
>
> Actually, .035" is pretty thick. It's the same ribbon used on Wysock's GTO
> coil if I remember correctly. No, I have no concerns with the ribbon current
> carrying ability. It's certainly up to par and near an equivalent 3/8"
> copper tubing.
>
> As far as calculations, I have used Javatc to attain the required
> inductance. The inductance of the flat ribbon I can calculate. So I will
> build to calculation and then measure for verification. No big deal there.
>
> Take care,
> Bart

That's good to hear then, as after seeing the links to that ribbon
stuff for sale, I'm looking to purchase that as well for my rebuild of
my coil.  I just keep putting it off, but hope to do something before
hallowen.

You mentioned something about fiberglass between the spiral surfaces.
Is that so you can pack it tight, rather than use something like other
items in this thread (spacing it with a support).  I have thought
about the packing tight, but had concerns over how to tune when too
tight.
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