New Jewel Thief "Resonate LCR Circuit" Much less energy draw....

[sirmikey1]

 You guys still working with the old Joule Thief might be interested in this schematic.  I haven't compared, don't have the exact difference or how it compares to the Chilliqueen circuit, but it' might be worth a look; as it maintains the joule thieving lifespan (supposedly)....  Found on the jt thread a few weeks ago..

[slayer007]

Here is my version the Jonnydavro Chilliqueen circuit I have been using.
It works very well on low voltage.

The DR Stiffler tower can be used as an optional power out.
The tower can be replaced with an antenna.

Thanks Jonny and Chilliqueen.

[jadaro2600]

Has anyone tried to wind their own trigger coil?

I have 36 gage wire, but doesn't this increase the likelihood of insulation breakdown?

[Pirate88179]

Jadaro:

I would think it might.  That is why I use the 28 ga. Newbie Wire from Gobrushless.  It has a much thicker coating (insulation) than regular magnet wire.  The dielectric strength of the coating still might not be good enough for real high voltage applications. But I have not tried to wind a trigger coil yet.

Even with my extra precautions I have a short somewhere on my latest large toroid wind and it is going to be a real pain to locate.

Bill

[jeanna]

Bill,
I have not tried this but tesla made the suggestion to turn look in a totally dark place, and you should be able to see the break.
I wonder if this works.
You might need to wait 10 minutes for your visual purple to be restored.

Please let us know if you try this.

jeanna