Quick and Easy Step Up Transformer Driver

This will show you how to set up a power transformer driver which can be used to power flyback transformers and various other transformers. The driver is the speed controller out of a cordless drill.

Step 1: Collect All That You Need.

You will need:
The speed controller out of a cordless drill.
A small neon indicator lamp or other gas tube.
A step up transformer. You can wind one yourself or use a flyback.
A battery. Mine is 7.2 volts
Wire.

Step 2: Remove the Spring Form the Speed Controller (optional)

All speed controllers are different. It should be possible to pop them apart and remove the small spring that keeps the switch off. Just leave it in if you want to make a tazer out of this. Be careful when taking it apart because all designs vary. The mosfet might also have a heat sink. If you are powering tiny toroidal transformers then you probably won't need it. If you do remove the spring, take note of where each wire is connected to so you do not end up with destroyed mosfets or circit boards. In my one there was a ceramic circuit board. Probably to cope with the heat of large currents.

Step 3: Connect Everything Back Up.

On the bottom of the speed controller there might be letters next to the power connections. If not, refer to your diagram if you created one. To power a transformer, connect the wires that originally powered the motor to the primary coils and press the trigger button to power up the device.