[TCML] RE: Fixing TC

[Etienne Dreyer <chemistets@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi list,
I'm in my first year at the University of the Fraser Valley, and am fixing their faulty tesla coil. They had ordered it off ebay, and the thing is a wreck. First of all, it has a large black NST but it has no label on it - can I  assume it's a 15kV? How can I find out? Furthermore, there is no filter for the NST - is this necessary? It uses yellow GE 42L2682 capacitors rated for 1200V and 0.68uF - are these good for TCs? At its safety gap it had at the midpoint between the two bolts a third connection directly to the RF ground - that's not right is it?
I might post some more as I commence the repair (the thing is really messed up), but thanks for the replies!
Etienne Dreyer 		 	   		  _______________________________________________
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