Funny this topic should come up because I was planning a humorous top load
once I get the required materials. That may demonstrate some of these
points.
I personally think toroids are largely a historical/cosmetic expectation and
far cheaper methods can be used IF you are using a breakout point.
Peter
tesladownunder.com
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From: "Phil" <pip@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2014 8:12 PM
To: "'Tesla Coil Mailing List'" <tesla@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: [TCML] Topload imperfections
" We all try to make our toroids as smooth as possible and yet good
results can be had from finite element toroids.
>
I too prefer a nice smooth one, but borrowing a 50 inch toroid that has
regular construction joints around its edge, shows that completely smooth
is
