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SSTC Tesla Coil — Build Log #1

250W solid-state Tesla coil (SSTC)

Picked up this 250W solid-state Tesla coil (SSTC) to start experimenting with. Here's the spec sheet for reference, plus the archived listing in case the original goes down.

TypeSolid-State Tesla Coil (SSTC), music-reactive
Average power250W
Input voltage110–220V AC
Working current0.1–2A
Arc lengthUp to 20cm+, adjustable
Drive signalCoaxial cable (no fiber optic), 3.5mm audio input for music modulation
Size100 x 100 x 200mm (3.9 x 3.9 x 7.9")
Weight874g
NotesNo ground wire required; runs directly off wall socket
Source listing (archived) →