RE: [TCML] 1/4 wavelength theory ??

["Lau, Gary" <Gary.Lau@xxxxxx>]

The sec frequency is determined solely by the inductance, secondary C-self, and C-topload.  Nothing special occurs when the wirelength matched the Fres quarter wavelength.  Use whatever topload suits your frequency (or budget!).

Regards, Gary Lau
MA, USA

> -----Original Message-----
> From: tesla-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx [mailto:tesla-bounces@xxxxxxxxxx] On
> Behalf Of Shaun Epp
> Sent: Friday, February 05, 2010 6:20 PM
> To: tesla@xxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [TCML] 1/4 wavelength theory ??
> 
> I know this has been discussed on the list before but,  Is the 1/4 wavelength
> frequency a valid theory?
> 
> The reason I ask this is I've been upgrading my tesla coil and depending on which
> toroid I buy determines if I'm operating at 1/4 wavelength.  So is there anything to it
> or is the resonance point strictly determine by L(secondary), C(secondary) and
> C(topload).
> 
> thanks,
> 
> Shaun Epp
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