Re: NEON- single trode xfrmr

To: neon-l@lists.io.com
Subject: Re: NEON- single trode xfrmr
From: kenny@neonshop.com
Date: Tue, 20 Aug 1996 16:21:57 -5
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> 
> > If you use a hv capacitor to ground on the "G" connection (if it
> > exists) of most scripting xfrmrs this will work - but this is NOT
> > endorsed or likely waranteed by the manufacturers.    They work on
> > the exact same principle. 

> When using flyback circuits, I had sometimes problems with the coil
> insulation breaking down and causing immediate burnout. These
> flyback transfo's are not open-circuit-proof!

Yes, this is a problem. Circuit's I've seen (including the ones in TV 
sets)  employ a tank circuit, and ballast resistor on the primary 
side.  Also a zener diode in the signal circuit.

Did you mention the size of what you are trying to light?

Kenny

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