Re: [TCML] Information confirmation

[bunnykiller <bunnikillr@xxxxxxx>]

comments after each ...

daniel lee wrote:

> I've been talking theory with my coworkers and i want to confirm some info;
>
>  
theory is kewl but not practical    never seems to work out for some reason

> 1. Magnet wire is single strand and is insulated by enamel, but is otherwise
> the same as more common materials.
>
>  
what do you consider "more common materials"?  Air is a pretty commom 
material at sea level ;)

> 2. Magnet wire can be acquired by cannibalizing transformers, motors, and
> the like.
>
>  
yes it can but the integrity of the insulation is often compromised

> 3. It is possible to construct a Tesla coil using normal single strand wire,
> only the size of the secondary will change due to larger insulation.  Maybe
> use Teflon insulation for better heat tolerance.
>  
you can use single strand wire with thicker insulation and yes to obtain 
the same # of windings the secondary needs to be taller
I would stay away from exotic insulatiuon ( such as teflon due to the 
cost) unless its free ( most of the teflon coated stuff Ive seen is also 
silver coated copper, mostly MilSpec stuff).

> Also, a random stupid question:  could a Tesla coil be powered by a voltage
> multiplier instead of a transformer?  Why or why not?
>  
If it charges the cap I suppose so but the charge time would be 
excessively long I suppose once again  cuz I really dont know

> Thanks for the knowledge,
> Daniel
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