Re: [TCML] Information confirmation

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Matt D



I've been talking theory with my coworkers and i want to confirm some info;








1. Magnet wire is single strand and is insulated by enamel, but is otherwise
the same as more common materials.








The "wire" is the same. Enamel coating allows more turn per inch.


2. Magnet wire can be acquired by cannibalizing transformers, motors, and
the like.

This is true. You have to be very careful of kinks and twists and cracks in the insulation, especially with thinner gauge wires.

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.

 
Yes, it's possible. coil will be significantly longer due to the thickness of the insulation. Imo Teflon is overkill ($$$) unless you're getting it fir free.


Also, a random stupid question:  could a Tesla coil be powered by a voltage
multiplier instead of a transformer?  Why or why not?

 
YES, but you'll need many HV caps and diodes to completely eliminate a transformer, (6 or 7 stages) Check the Archives for ".cockroft-walton" and "level-shifter"

Thanks for the knowledge,
Daniel
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-----Original Message-----
From: daniel lee <leedanieljoseph@xxxxxxxxx>
To: tesla@xxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 3:18 pm
Subject: [TCML] Information confirmation



I've been talking theory with my coworkers and i want to confirm some info;



1. Magnet wire is single strand and is insulated by enamel, but is otherwise
the same as more common materials.



2. Magnet wire can be acquired by cannibalizing transformers, motors, and
the like.



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.


Also, a random stupid question:  could a Tesla coil be powered by a voltage
multiplier instead of a transformer?  Why or why not?

Thanks for the knowledge,
Daniel
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