transistor V spark gap (fwd)

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• Date: Thu, 6 Aug 1998 21:57:35 -0600 (MDT)
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Date: Thu, 6 Aug 1998 17:21:52 +0100
From: "chris.swinson" <chris.swinson-at-zetnet.co.uk>
To: tesla list <tesla-at-pupman-dot-com>
Subject: transistor V spark gap

I'm using a 8Kv 30ma Neon to power my tesla coil.  I can get up to 11"
sparks off my terminal.

What input power would I need for a low voltage high current transistor
driver?

My wattage is 240 watts for my Neons, So If I did a 160 volts switch at
about say 3 amps, which is about 240 watts, could I still get the same 11"
off my terminal ?

Or would I need somthing with more currnet like 160V at say 30 amps ?

Anyone know how to work it out at all ?

Many thanks !


All the beST,
Chris.

chris.swinson-at-zetnet.co.uk

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