What is a Tesla Coil?
A Tesla Coil is a simple coil that creates a high voltage electric field in the air when a small input power is provided, this electric filed is strong enough to glow small light bulbs. This principle was invented by the Nicolas Tesla, who also holds the credit for inventing Induction Motors, AC current, neon bulbs, Remote controls etc..
So how to make a Tesla Coil?
To make a mini Tesla coil at home in easy way you need following materials:
- Magnetic wire a.k.a Enamelled copper wire
- 22K Resistor
- 2N2222 Transistor
- LED
- Ordinary breadboard wire
- Any non conductive cylindrical object
- 9V Battery (or 5V Supply)
- Breadboard
Follow the below link to complete DIY tutorial on CircuitDigest.com which will guide you to make this mini Tesla coil.
If you want to see the working of this homemade Tesla coil, please see the video below: