terry filter theory

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Original poster: Jim <branley1@xxxxxxxxxxx>

Hi Folks:

Thank you for the schematic on your filter Terry. Before I order the 
parts for this filter I would like to grasp the theory behind the 
design of your filter. Do the capacitors store excess current that 
would otherwise damage the nst? Are the movs' there to protect the 
nst from surges? Will the 1k ohm resistors reduce the input voltage? 
Does it take an arc at the safety gap to operate the terry filter in 
the first place? Is it overkill to add more components? Will extra 
components reduce the spark length?

Thanks everyone for the informative discussions and helpful tips.

Sincerely,
Jim