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« on: April 13, 2023, 12:09:05 PM »

I am looking for a good source of wire rated for 1000V or better. I need to replace some of the lead wires coming out of an old TV transformer.  I will also need some to use as hook up wire and to run B+ from the power supply box to the transmitter box. The project is a 6146 transmitter so B+ will be about 750V.

I don't care much about color or insulation type as long as it rated for the voltage. And I would like to be able to buy it in small quantities. Can anyone recommend a source for such wire?
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« Reply #1 on: April 13, 2023, 12:20:11 PM »

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« Reply #2 on: April 13, 2023, 12:40:29 PM »

Might be overkill, but I've found this useful:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IX3B8YC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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« Reply #3 on: April 13, 2023, 01:13:52 PM »

You could use Pomona 6733 test lead wire rated up to 10kV.  It's not that expensive and I like to keep some on hand for making up test leads.  I'm not so trustworthy of the voltage ratings of the "off-brands" available on Amazon, eBay, etc.
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« Reply #4 on: April 13, 2023, 04:03:03 PM »

https://www.amazon.com/10Ft-30KV-18AWG-Voltage-Rubber-Silicone-Telsa/dp/B0747BKTNZ?th=1
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« Reply #5 on: April 14, 2023, 08:51:21 PM »

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« Reply #6 on: April 15, 2023, 09:31:52 AM »

THE important factor for choosing wire is the CURRENT CARRYING CAPABILITY.
Here's a chart on this:

https://precmfgco.com/wire-gauge-sizes-guide/
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« Reply #7 on: April 15, 2023, 09:54:13 AM »

Thanks for the suggestions.
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