Re: [TCML] Brighten My Arc on my Tesla Coil

[Jim Branley <electrical@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

So maybe add a third 9kv transformer?    Thx

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On Apr 18, 2013, at 1:24 PM, David Speck <Dave@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Jim,
> 
> Nice performing coil for only 9 KV input.
> 
> More power = more brightness.
> 
> Add transformers for greater current per pulse.
> 
> Use a breakout point so your arcs begin at one point on the toroid instead of coming from multiple random locations.
> 
> Consider a synchronous rotary spark gap for better quenching.
> 
> Dave
> 
> On 4/18/2013 6:21 AM, Jim wrote:
>> Hello Everyone,
>> 
>> Can you please suggest to me a way to increase the brightness of my arc on my Tesla Coil? It is a classic coil that uses 2 - 9,000 volt neon sign transformers. It stands about 48" high and produces up to 30" arcs. It uses a copper pipe type static spark gap. Here is a youtube video of the coil. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewP4leT_C1I
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Jim
> 
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