Re: [TCML] Spark gap components

[Gary Lau <glau1024@xxxxxxxxx>]

For a Tesla coil, spark gap electrodes should not get hot, and should be
thermally massive, so that the arcing surface remains cool and draws away
the heat.  Just like automotive spark plugs, this is a poor choice for a
Tesla coil spark gap.

Regards, Gary Lau
MA, USA

On Sun, Apr 3, 2011 at 8:03 PM, Cole Awesome-Jordan <
jordancole@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Does anyone use oil burner ignition electrodes for a spark gap?  I have
> been trying them in tests and they get hot but they work great for a long
> period of time and cool down quite fast.
>
>
>
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