At work, we ground all fabric, then using the same cable, bond the posts and top and bottom rails, so they make electrical fittings for this.
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From: dave pierson <dave_p@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: Tesla Coil Mailing List <tesla@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, October 20, 2014 6:43 PM
Subject: Re: [TCML] dogkennel faraday cage?
> I have a 10’x10’ chain link fence kennel. If I mod it to say a 5’x5’ size so
> I can use the leftover chain fabric to secure over the top and ground the
> fence to a ground rod, can it be used as a faraday cage? This is identical
> to ordinary hurricane fencing used in most backyards. The openings are
> approximately 2”. My coil should be resonate somewhere around 211khz I
> think, it’s a 4”diameter x 19” length. Flame away Im ready.
The phrase Faraday Cage has come to have multiple meanings.
As an arc/spark catcher, I'd think what's described would work.
Things to be wary/aware of, in my experience:
top and sides are mentioned, needs a BOTTOM.
Grounding is semi nonrelavant, so long as continuity
between the wires is maintained.
Which raises another thought:
Usual 'chain link fence' does not guarantee electrical
continuity. Effective faraday cage requires
continuity.
Some level of continuity is required at 'edge':
wall corners, walls to roof, walls to
floor/bottom.
For effective emi/rfi control the electrical continuity
aspects become more critical, and careful, designed handling
of ALL wires passing thru the wall. (details on request...)
best
dwp
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