Re: [TCML] method of routing secondary wire to toroid

[Ken or Doris Herrick <kchdlh@xxxxxxxxx>]

I see no problem at all with just a short wire, or perhaps connection 
via a supporting standoff, leading directly up from the top turn, & 
inward from the outside of the secondary, to the inside of the top 
electrode.  All that volume would be shielded from outside fields by the 
turns of the secondary + the electrode--especially if the electrode is a 
toroid.  That's what I have done.  No insulation is necessary.

Adjustability would be good; I haven't implemented that, out of sloth.

Ken Herrick

Craig wrote:
> Hi all,
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> I searched the archives, but can't find the specific answer I'm looking for.
> What is the best way to route the secondary wire from the last turn to the
> toroid? I've read where some space wind in free air up to the base of the
> toroid,
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> where others just run it over the top end cap to a piece of threaded rod or
> similar. It seems the space wound method would be very fragile. Would it be
> OK to wind it around a smaller than secondary diameter toroid support?
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> For instance, if the secondary diameter is 6" and the toroid support is 3"?
> Finally, does the toroid support and connecting wire receive an insulating
> coating of varnish or poly? 
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> Another consideration is allowing the toroid height to be adjustable, while
> still having a robust connection. 
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> What are the pros and cons of the various methods, and what is considered
> best or common practice?
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> Thanks,
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> Craig
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