Re: dielectric material

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• Subject: Re: dielectric material
• From: "Choad" <choad69-at-geocities-dot-com> (by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-uswest-dot-net>)
• Date: Sat, 17 Jul 1999 17:00:55 -0600
• Approved: twftesla-at-uswest-dot-net
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I found using 3 to 4 layers of PETE works well for insulating the
secondary from flashover. I just use 2 or 3liter bottles. I cut the
ends off then slice in half and secure with tape. As far as the
bismuth being a metal I don't think I would like to see a cap soaked
in pepto bismaul anymore. Maybe jello tho :)

> gimpie,
> Bismuth is not a good choice as a dielectric.  It is a low melting
point
> metal and conducts electricity.
<snip>
> If you just need to insulate against high voltage flash over, or
> puncture, glazed ceramic or glass are good choices.
> Regards
> bob

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