30KV Power supply / Generator
Description: Easy to build, this high voltage generator is capable of generating up to 50KV but the breakdown voltage of the coil limits the voltage to a value somewhat lower. T2 is the ignition coil of a car and also the 0.5µF capacitor comes from the same place: actually I suggest using only this type of capacitor. T1 is a small transformer with a laminated iron rod, with a square section of 7x7mm, 57mm long with 75 turns on the collector side and 25 turns on the base side made with a 1mm enamelled wire. Its implementation is not critical and I expect that the circuit will work with a wide variety of transformers including ferrite ones. More: Try to invert one of the windings if the circuit does not oscillate. The transistor will stay quite cool and does not require a radiator if it is assembled on a metal case; otherwise a small 5ºC/W radiator will suffice. Frequency of operation is around 1.2KHz.
The high voltage generator circuit described is a compact and effective design aimed at producing high voltage outputs, specifically up to 50 kV, although the effective output may be limited by the breakdown voltage of the coil used in the circuit. The primary components of this generator include T1, a small transformer, and T2, a car ignition coil, which is critical for generating the high voltage.
T1 serves as a step-up transformer, featuring a laminated iron core with a square cross-section measuring 7 mm by 7 mm and a length of 57 mm. The winding configuration consists of 75 turns on the collector side, which is responsible for the primary winding, and 25 turns on the base side, acting as the feedback winding. The use of 1 mm enamelled wire for these windings is essential to ensure sufficient insulation and current carrying capacity. The circuit's design is flexible, allowing for variations in transformer types, including ferrite transformers, which can also be employed to achieve similar functionality.
A notable aspect of this design is the inclusion of a 0.5 µF capacitor sourced from automotive applications, which is recommended for its reliability and performance characteristics. This capacitor plays a crucial role in the energy storage and discharge process, contributing to the oscillation and voltage generation within the circuit.
In the event that the circuit does not exhibit oscillation, one of the transformer windings may need to be inverted to rectify the issue. This adjustment can help initiate the oscillation required for high voltage generation. The transistor utilized in the circuit remains relatively cool during operation and does not necessitate a heatsink when mounted in a metal enclosure. However, if a non-metal case is used, a small heatsink rated at 5ºC/W can be employed to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
The operating frequency of the circuit is approximately 1.2 kHz, which is a suitable range for the effective operation of the ignition coil and transformer combination. This frequency is critical for achieving the desired high voltage output while ensuring the components operate within their safe limits. Overall, this high voltage generator design provides a straightforward approach to generating high voltages for various applications, with particular attention to component selection and circuit configuration to enhance reliability and performance.Easy to build, this high voltage generator is capable of generating up to 50KV but the breakdown voltage of the coil limits the voltage to a value somewhat lower. T2 is the ignition coil of a car and also the 0.5µF capacitor comes from the same place: actually I suggest using only this type of capacitor.
T1 is a small transformer with a laminated iron rod, with a square section of 7x7mm, 57mm long with 75 turns on the collector side and 25 turns on the base side made with a 1mm enamelled wire. Its implementation is not critical and I expect that the circuit will work with a wide variety of transformers including ferrite ones.
Try to invert one of the windings if the circuit does not oscillate. The transistor will stay quite cool and does not require a radiator if it is assembled on a metal case; otherwise a small 5ºC/W radiator will suffice. Frequency of operation is around 1.2KHz.
The high voltage generator circuit described is a compact and effective design aimed at producing high voltage outputs, specifically up to 50 kV, although the effective output may be limited by the breakdown voltage of the coil used in the circuit. The primary components of this generator include T1, a small transformer, and T2, a car ignition coil, which is critical for generating the high voltage.
T1 serves as a step-up transformer, featuring a laminated iron core with a square cross-section measuring 7 mm by 7 mm and a length of 57 mm. The winding configuration consists of 75 turns on the collector side, which is responsible for the primary winding, and 25 turns on the base side, acting as the feedback winding. The use of 1 mm enamelled wire for these windings is essential to ensure sufficient insulation and current carrying capacity. The circuit's design is flexible, allowing for variations in transformer types, including ferrite transformers, which can also be employed to achieve similar functionality.
A notable aspect of this design is the inclusion of a 0.5 µF capacitor sourced from automotive applications, which is recommended for its reliability and performance characteristics. This capacitor plays a crucial role in the energy storage and discharge process, contributing to the oscillation and voltage generation within the circuit.
In the event that the circuit does not exhibit oscillation, one of the transformer windings may need to be inverted to rectify the issue. This adjustment can help initiate the oscillation required for high voltage generation. The transistor utilized in the circuit remains relatively cool during operation and does not necessitate a heatsink when mounted in a metal enclosure. However, if a non-metal case is used, a small heatsink rated at 5ºC/W can be employed to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
The operating frequency of the circuit is approximately 1.2 kHz, which is a suitable range for the effective operation of the ignition coil and transformer combination. This frequency is critical for achieving the desired high voltage output while ensuring the components operate within their safe limits. Overall, this high voltage generator design provides a straightforward approach to generating high voltages for various applications, with particular attention to component selection and circuit configuration to enhance reliability and performance.Easy to build, this high voltage generator is capable of generating up to 50KV but the breakdown voltage of the coil limits the voltage to a value somewhat lower. T2 is the ignition coil of a car and also the 0.5µF capacitor comes from the same place: actually I suggest using only this type of capacitor.
T1 is a small transformer with a laminated iron rod, with a square section of 7x7mm, 57mm long with 75 turns on the collector side and 25 turns on the base side made with a 1mm enamelled wire. Its implementation is not critical and I expect that the circuit will work with a wide variety of transformers including ferrite ones.
Try to invert one of the windings if the circuit does not oscillate. The transistor will stay quite cool and does not require a radiator if it is assembled on a metal case; otherwise a small 5ºC/W radiator will suffice. Frequency of operation is around 1.2KHz.
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