Hi, i'm a newbie and i'm going to build my first scratch VDG Generator, but i'm not sure of what kind of belt i can use...i want to know if the inner tube...
I think someone tried plastic shower curtain that has an inner fabric weave. Hopefully someone else will comment on this material. Dick ... From: Paride To:...
My experience was excellent using nylon on the bottom and WHITE PVC on top. As per previous posts, the belt is white vinyl impregnated nylon. If you want to be...
Hi All, take a look on this website : http://www.rtftechnologies.org/physics/linac.htm. The littel VDG is used for a small particle accelerator. Andrew...
... Hi Paiox Welcome to the all engrossing world of VDG. First off inner tubes are a no-no, 2 reasons, they are black, and sometimes, the inner tube companies ...
Hi Im thinking of building a small battery powered handheld VDG, with about a 4" terminal, im just not sure how to ground it. Should I insulate myself from the...
I'm looking for a good, electronics book, for reference and learning. My main interest is High Voltage. Whats everyone's number 1 or number 2 favorite...
Thanks for your information bob. Ah I was thinking to use the silicone paper that i can easily find on adhesive in order to cover one of the roller of my...
Derrik: If I were you I'd get myself over to a good library and audition what they have in the stacks. You would be suprised what you might find! In addition...
Hi, I would know how the length of the belt and the diameter of the rollers influences the CDG Generator. Thanks ( i'm sorry for my bad english :P )...
Paride: In very general terms: The support column must provide adequate insulation for the desired operating voltage which, in turn, determines it's height....
Some sources for chunks of nylon. First, the "nylabone" they sell for dogs to chew on. Owners brag about how fast their dog can destroy a tough nylon plastic...
Hi all I have added some pics of my VDG, now featuring belt drive and non stretchy belt. I have also constructed a twin roller system for making spheres from...
Hi all! I have read the last 6 months of messages and squinted at the photos, which has fueled my interest in building a large Van de Graaff generator. I have...
... Hi Bill I made my sphere from 2 rimless bowles and had to cut a 7" hole in one of them. I done this on a lathe turning very slowly I used the backs of the...
Bob, I don't have a lathe or a Dremel, however, a Dremel would be a good purchase. Any other ideas out there? ... Hi Bill I made my sphere from 2 rimless...
Bill: On my first VDG I used an 18" stainless garden "gazing" ball. Perfecrt sphere, no openings......try grabbing that with a lathe chuck! My slow but sure...
Progress Report (or lack there of...) So far, I have every e-mail and bought more tools. Well, I had to buy a new drill and it happened to also include a...
Bill: A nibbler looks somewhat like a pair of pliers. If placed against an edge of metal and the handles are squeezed, it will remove a piece of the metal...
Bill, I suggest you stop trying to machine stainless steel. It will be cheaper and easier on your tools if you buy a two-piece aluminum globe. SS will wreck...
I'm looking for some 6+ kv capacitors and diodes. I can't seem to find anyone that sells them with google searches. Any suggestions? Thanks. -- - Derrik ...
... Close. Actually, I want to make a Marx Generator. ... There is some good info here tho. Thanks! ... Cool. Thanks! -- - Derrik "Never underestimate the...
Is this even possible? I'm trying to understand Marx Generators. I know about how they charge up in parallel and discharge in serise. I've been reading about...
All, I had asked how to make entry hole in a stainless steel bowl. I tried a Dremel cutting wheels but results were ugly. Too ugly. I bought a Dremel...
Hello all, I am new to the group, and I thought I would chime in and share what I have found to work with my VDG. My rollers are both made of acrylic rod,...
Hi Craig: Welcome to the group. Your story rings a lot of familiar bells. I too have gone the route of many belt materials and find that vinyl impregnated...
