Re: Bombarder XFMR

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Original poster: "Jason by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <jasonp-at-btinternet-dot-com>

Kevin,

Variable bombarder transformers are very useful and like gold dust. Their
high voltage and lower power rating compared to pigs makes them ideal for TC
use. Yes, running it off 120V will give you a perfect power supply for a TC.
One thing though, a bombarder transformer IS a pig, with a ballast and a
label stuck on it. dont pay extra for a bombarder over a pig unless it has
current limiting or a much higher voltage output than the pig.

Kindest regards,
Jason
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Sent: Monday, November 05, 2001 2:54 PM
Subject: Bombarder XFMR


> Original poster: "MakingLightning by way of Terry Fritz
<twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <makinglightning-at-home-dot-com>
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> I have a thing called a bombarder transformer. It was used in a neon shop.
> It is an open air transformer that is rated at 7.5 KW 30KV. It is used
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> a variable slide type choke.
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> I was thinking of only putting 120v on the primary and only getting 15kv
out
> and using that with a cap that I already own for that voltage. If I ran it
> at 30kv, I would have to invest in a new cap. I plan on using this on an
8"
> coil.
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> Is anyone on the list familiar with this type of a transformer? Is it
> temperamental and prone to self destruction like a neon transformer, or is
> it more robust and not need much protection?
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> Thanks for input if you have it,
> Kevin
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