Wireless Rainbow Light Powered by Tesla Coil

     Here is a project that uses radio frequency energy generated by a small, bipolar Tesla Coil to energize a ring of multicolored, cold cathode lamps. As with any high voltage device, use caution and good judgment when operating.

Step 1 Parts & Tools

Bipolar TC (1) – purchased, scratch built or modified,

                  monopolar unit

 

Cardboard sheets cut from a shoebox

 

Multicolored CCLs (8) – 10 cm x 0.4 cm; available thru

                               hobby shops

 

Rubber grommets (4) – available from Radio Shack (http://tinyurl.com/7ufs58b)

 

Utility scissors

Office hole puncher

Compass

Ruler