Re: [TCML] TC Newbie

[John <guipenguin@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hello, from Maine -

Neon sign transformers are generally preferred over OBITS (oil burner
ignition transformers) but if you can't get hold of a free NST, you
could try hitting a local plumbing and heating shop and ask if they
have any free OBITS. I've been given countless OBITS from local
plumbing shops. They are generally 10kV @15-25mA and would work well
for a first coil.

This is a good mailing list.

Cheers and best of luck with your first coil - be safe!

On Wed, Nov 26, 2008 at 5:34 PM, DC Cox <resonance@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> In most cases, if you go to a neon sign shop, and tell them it's for a
> school project, they will give you one free.  Or, at most perhaps charge you
> $10 for a used unit.
>
> I also have FREE plans for a small Tesla coil with a 14 inch long spark.
> You will have to contact me off-list for the plans.
>
> Good luck with your project.
>
> Dr. Resonance
>
>
>
>
> On Wed, Nov 26, 2008 at 12:42 PM, Matt <tonedeafmessiah@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>> Hi there, I'm pretty desperate to make my first tesla coil for a graphics
>> project (don't ask). I can handle getting all the components I need except
>> for a neon sign or Oil Burner ignition transformer. I have next to no
>> budget, and buying from ebay is not an option (very tight, fast approaching
>> deadline). I live in London and can probably budget on £40 (though
>> preferably as much less as possible). My email in
>> tonedeafmessiah@xxxxxxxxxx
>>
>> Help me Tesla Coil Mailing List, you're my only hope!
>>
>> Thanks a lot in advance for any help anyone could offer,
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Matthew Gaffen
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