Introduction: Can the Sparks From a Tesla Coil Roast Marshmallows?

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Can the sparks from a tesla coil roast marshmallows?

(Cautionary note - we had an expert in the group to help with safety issues).

Step 1: Diagram

First a diagram of what we are building.

Step 2: Winding the Coil

A rig was built to help wind the secondary coil.

Step 3: Top Load

The top load is made out of a wacky noodle and aluminum tape

Step 4: Assembly

We start putting it together.

Step 5: Put in Our Ground

Put in our ground

Step 6: Showtime

Run through our safety steps

Step 7: Roast Marshmallows

Roast marshmallows