Re: [TCML] Counterpoise Insulation from Ground

[G Hunter <dogbrain_39560@xxxxxxxxx>]

It's OK to lay the counterpoise wires directly on the ground or floor.  Also, you don't have to use wire--poultry netting or other wire fencing works well.  For a cheap & quick ground plane, aluminum foil is hard to beat.

Just a quick safety note since you mentioned carpet.  Do your first run in low light and inspect the ends of the counterpoise conductors for corona.  It'd be a shame if you burned spots on the carpet.

Cheers,

Greg

--- On Fri, 11/26/10, Brandon Hendershot <brandonhendershot@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> From: Brandon Hendershot <brandonhendershot@xxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: [TCML] Counterpoise Insulation from Ground
> To: "Tesla Coil Mailing List" <tesla@xxxxxxxxxx>
> Date: Friday, November 26, 2010, 2:48 PM
> Hi Guys,
> Quick question here; Does the counterpoise have to be
> lifted up off the ground to capacitively couple? Is it
> alright to let it lay in contact with carpet or a pool
> deck?
> If not, is it alright to cut a square out of the center to
> let it elevate without the coil pinning it down?
> Thank you much,
> Have a Happy Thanksgiving,
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