carlc@tektronix.UUCP (Carl Clawson) (03/11/85)
In article <443@cadovax.UUCP> keithd@cadovax.UUCP (Keith Doyle) writes: >CAREFUL, 15000v >is a lot of juice, and mine will deliver 60ma (30 is also common). > ... >Have fun, and don't electrocute yourself. Keep in mind that the >15kv primary is a lot more dangerous than the secondary emmisions. >If you get zapped by the secondary, chances are it will do little more >than curl your hair or give you a tickling sensation, but 15kv could >knock you around the room! This is a severe understatement. We're talking instant death, not being "knocked around the room". If anyone builds these toys, BE CAREFUL. They are especially unsuitable around children. I would recommend putting the entire primary circuit in a plexiglass enclosure with a remotely activated switch in the 115VAC line. And if you have kids, keep the thing locked and under guard! -- Carl