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Re: [TCML] newer tesla coil parts

While I was in the process of finding some expedient (cheap) loads to limit my dual mot supply, I tried two 500 watt halogen bulbs. They worked very nicely, however you might imagine the loss thru light and heat. LOTS a' heat. I've put them aside for the moment until I can figure out a way to support and cool them so I don't set my workbench on fire. Or, until I find something a little better. It did, however, limit the draw to around 8-ish amps. 

Neal.
have you tried calling local surplus stores? try Ford Electronics in Fullerton, for example - you can also get resistors in high wattages very cheaply from appliance repair stores - of course they call them "stove elements" but they are just high wattage resistors.
Why, if you are going to spend $70 anyway, not buy from Digikey and get new parts that you can get more of when you want them?
Why not use 100 watt 220V light bulbs? they are cheap, they give you a visual indication of power passing through, and they are readily available. 


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Subject: Re: [TCML] newer tesla coil parts
Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:10:07 -0500> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Paul Brodie" <pbbrodie@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> 
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Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 1:16 PM
Subject: Re: [TCML] newer tesla coil parts


> Shaun,
> I am in the process of negotiating with a guy to purchase (5), 1.2kohm > 175 


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