Build a Tesla Coil (Intro to Electronics)
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Description
In this class, you'll build a small musical desktop Tesla coil and at the same time, you'll learn the following useful electronics skills:
- How to solder through-hole parts
- How to use a multimeter to read voltage, current, resistance, and continuity
- How to use a function generator to generate sine waves
- How to use an oscilloscope to view signals Tesla coils generate a voltage high enough to ionize air to create electrical arcs and corona effect.
While Tesla coils should always be operated with care, these are generally safe to operate due to their low power levels.
Take a look at it in action! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRvSzrnCO1k