Classic coil help

Patric, Thu Dec 27 2018, 04:18PM

Is it possible to use this transformer for a classic spark-gap Telsla coil? Any help much appreciated!
Re: Classic coil help
Patric, Thu Dec 27 2018, 04:26PM

Sorry, could not update first posting...

Is it possible to use this transformer for a classic spark-gap Telsla coil? Any help much appreciated!


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Re: Classic coil help
MRMILSTAR, Thu Dec 27 2018, 05:29PM

I would say no. Judging from the size of it, it appears to be some type of switching supply probably with GFI protection also. You need an old-fashioned iron core NST without GFI.
Re: Classic coil help
Patric, Fri Dec 28 2018, 01:43PM

MRMILSTAR wrote ...

I would say no. Judging from the size of it, it appears to be some type of switching supply probably with GFI protection also. You need an old-fashioned iron core NST without GFI.


Thank you, I will not risk it!