Single circuits generate nuclear reactions

[argona369]

Hi Twosox,

I think there?s a difference between natural and synthetic graphite.
I?m not sure, but I think it?s natural graphite that you want .

Cliff,

@BEP

quote : Now, if I can just find a carbon rod 5 inches long and 6 inches in diameter I could make use of an earlier project.


how does this grab you :-)

http://www.graphitestore.com/itemDetails.asp?item_id=3338&prd_id=26&cat_id=22&curPage=3

lol, expensive though. 

[AbbaRue]

Natural graphite is mined just like coal or iron.
Synthetic graphite is man made.
Other then that both are a form of crystallized carbon.
So I don't think it matters which source you use except the synthetic form might be more pure.

[argona369]

It is different.

http://www.graphitetrading.co.uk/21116.html

and did you know, that graphite can?t be used as a lubricant in outer space?

Added,
The one I believe that we?re interesting in is the natural ?flake? type. I.e. ?slate? or layered .
Such as a powdered lock lubricant.

Cliff,

Natural graphite is mined just like coal or iron.
Synthetic graphite is man made.
Other then that both are a form of crystallized carbon.
So I don't think it matters which source you use except the synthetic form might be more pure.

[aleks]

and did you know, that graphite can?t be used as a lubricant in outer space?

Do you mean vacuum? That's to be expected as in vacuum graphite crystallites should stick to each other making it a "rocky" substance that will actually block any movement.

Graphite powder should be the best thing to use. Simply pack it into a PVC tube, close with two metallic caps and fire discharge through it.

[AbbaRue]

I read once the reason graphite works as a lubricant is because a thin layer of hydrogen forms on it's surface.
This thin layer of hydrogen acts as the lubricant. So a vacuum would have that effect.

@aleks
I was thinking the same thing when I first looked at this thread.
Powdered graphite would have the most surface area for the reaction.
Also if some of it is consumed in the reaction a feed of powdered graphite could be used to replenish it.
Only difficulty is finding something to contain the powder,
that won't melt and doesn't block the energy from getting to the collector.

I put my experiments on hold while I wait for a shipment of magnets.
Hope to get them today.

@UncleFester
I hope your still alive.
Have you had problems with the carbon rod getting hot?
How are you keeping it cool so it doesn't overheat the magnets causing them to loose there field?
Do you have any new updates for us?