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Re: SAFE Phasing of Neons
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To: tesla@pupman.com
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Subject: Re: SAFE Phasing of Neons
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From: Tesla List <mod1@pupman.com>
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Date: Mon, 29 Sep 1997 09:38:52 -0600 (MDT)
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Approved: mod1@poodle.pupman.com
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Date: Sun, 28 Sep 1997 22:58:47 -0700
From: Jim Lux <jimlux@earthlink.net>
To: Tesla List <tesla@pupman.com>
Subject: Re: SAFE Phasing of Neons (fwd)
> Since neon transformers are center tapped to the case, CONNECT the
> cases, and ground the cases to a good AC ground. By the way, the same
> goes for when you are actually using the paralleled transformers.
> Always connect the cases and ground them to a good AC ground.
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> Coiling has enough dangers as it is. Let's not take any unnecessary
> chances!
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> By the way, if you feel uncomfortable working with the HV output of a
> neon transformer, then power the primaries of the transformers with
> the output of a 6 or 12 volt transformer. With a 12 volt transformer
> the voltage is reduced from 12Kv to 1,200 volts.
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> Hope this helps.
> Fr. Tom McGahee
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I thoroughly agree with his comments. Grounding the case is a must and
goes without saying. Also, reduced voltage testing is highly recommended.
I do a lot of testing at 1.15 volts and 2.3 volts (1% of nominal).