Topband: Topband Digest, Vol 129, Issue 23

[Grant Saviers]

Try a large transformer shop.  5kw and up transformers often use it.  
I've bought round magnet wire from temcoindustrialpower.com, but don't 
see rectangular wire on the web site, so give them a call for a link.

Grant KZ1W

On 9/15/2013 9:04 PM, n0tt1 at juno.com wrote:
> I've just used strips of sheet copper cut with
> snips for "flat" wire.  I purchased a sheet from a
> Hobby Lobby store.  Their ads usually include a
> 20% off coupon good for just about any
> one item at their stores.
>
> 73,
> Charlie, N0TT
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> On Mon, 16 Sep 2013 01:39:46 +0000 (UTC) wa3mej at comcast.net writes:
>>
>> I know this may be a little off topic BUT.... I am looking for some
>> flat wired to wind an edge wound inductor. I am guessing that it
>> needs to be something like an eight of an inch on the narrow side by
>> maybe three eights of in inch on the long or flat side. This will
>> allow my roller wheel to ride on the inside of the inductor to
>> change inductance.
>>
>> Now for the rub.  I cant find anyone that makes wire like this.  I
>> know it is made because others have made inductors using this kind
>> of wire. Oh and it has to be silver plated if possible.
>>
>> These coils are to be part of a balanced tuner and yes I know I can
>> purchase coils but I want consistency since I am going to build
>> several of these units.
>>
>> Any and all help appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks  Jim WA3MEJ
>>
>>
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