Wiring question

[darkhanger18]

I'm working on a project right now, and the only thing holding me back is the length of the wires between the ballast and the bulb. I was wondering if there is a way to safely extend them, and if so, what is the maximum length they should be extended.

 

[darkhanger18]

bump

 

[MikeLip]

I could answer this question if I knew what the peak voltage being presented to the emitter is! Anyone? The short answer is that yes, it can be done. Whether splicing wire on to extend is advisable depends on the answer to the above question and your skill. It may be smarter to replace the wire coming from the ballast with the proper length of the correctly voltage and current rated wire.

 

[65535]

I would stick to the stock wires, starting voltages can reach over 20kV so 30KV rated wire is required as would any insulation or connectors used.

 

[MikeLip]

There you have it - don't mess with it