Re: [TCML] ideas needed for using 3 SMPS NSTs (10 kV, 30 mA)

[Bert Hickman <bert.hickman@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Thomas Ryckmans wrote:
> Hello,
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> I have 3 "solid state" SMPS NSTs (10 kV, 30 mA) and was looking for a
> "useful" application for them - any bright ideas? Anything that makes sparks
> or smells of ozone is deemed useful.
>
> It says "cool neon" Neon Power Supply, E217776 made in China
> Input is 120VAC 50/60Hz 0.9A, Output is 10kV 30mA but no frequency given.
> Note the output watts are higher than input watts - I assume the 30mA are
> not at 10kV
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> They don't look very good for powering a Jacob's ladder - there is a short
> circuit protection that switches off pretty rapidly as arcing occurs
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> Many thanks
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> Thomas
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Hi Thomas,

The high frequency (20+ kHz) output is ideal for driving a 
Cockroft-Walton (C-W) Voltage Multiplier, since smaller HV capacitors 
can be used in each stage. The following web page provides useful C-W 
design info for both half and full wave C-W multipliers:

http://www.blazelabs.com/e-exp15.asp

Bert
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