Dark Horse Creations is Veteran Owned and operated wood shop. My specialties are Fractal (Lichtenberg) Burned products. The wood that I use comes from all around the world. It is all natural colors with no stains. The products that I advertise can be purchased on my website or Facebook. I also do custom products as well. I love talking to the customers and making there dream home décor become a reality. You will be able to find cutting boards, charcuterie boards, tables, and kitchen accessories as well as wall décor.
The wire used to connect neon tubes is 100% silicone and can withstand 15,000 volts at 50 hz 60 miliamps...called G T O wire any sign company can help you out
I really don't think you should be doing a video like this when you clearly don't have enough knowledge. The electrician who advised you also doesn't know enough. This art is EXTREMELY dangerous and requires much more safety than what you have provided. The most obvious ones are using an extra 2 dead man's switches which you hold in your hands and an enclosure over the transformer with a power light on it. The foot switch you have isn't enough as you could potentially land on it whilst been electrocuted. What is disturbing is how many people watching will copy your machine and feel happy using it with minimal experience. Highly qualified electricians have died conducting this art.
Interesting seeing the comments. Some are educational, but the ones that say " you're playing with fire", "this is dangerous", etc are pointless. It's like- thanks for letting everyone know electricity is dangerous.....i wouldn't have guessed....
I worked on high voltage valve equipment as a younger man and I'm telling you straight, I would NOT operate this device, the potential for self harm is outstanding. Using a wood screw into wood to clamp a connection is only the start. Please do not be insulted but be safe, this stuff will kill you and then cook your remains.
Hey bro, be VERY CAREFUL ❗.A friend of mine lost her son trying wood frackin', and was electrocuted, he was only 14 yrs. I use to do it back in the early 1970's, but I KNEW EXACTLY what I was doing. I was only 10 or 11 yrs old at the time. And emphasize this, IF YOU/THEY THINK THEY KNOW, THEN THEY DON'T. Remember that a 'microwave' transformer can generate upwards of 20,000 - 30,000 volts, and the current will be DEADLY‼️. 🥺🥺🥺🤠🤠
Dude, take yourself on an electronics course, learn the basics of circuitry and electrical engineering, and don't touch this thing until you understand just how lethal that contraption is.
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10 000 watts? Are you sure you mean watts and not volts? Because, on a 2-phase 220V electrical line that would draw 45 Amps. I doubt that a piece of wood can draw 45A.
electrical current through baking soda water also makes hydrogen, highly flammable. glad your still here and I want to try it too. I'm thinking I'll go with some kind of clamps. don't want to be anywhere near that kind of voltage.
that's a good tip, I use that too until I started putting painters tape on top of the clamp rail before I glue up, that prevents having to clean them as often.
what is the mix ratio of baking soda and water, I am looking to do this in a few months when I retire. I have been a welder for many yrs, have done electrical work all my life and woodworking is a lifelong hobby as well as shooting. Im looking to do gun stocks for a first project.
How many deaths need to happen before people figure out how nuts this is? 2 of the 35+ deaths were of experienced Electricians. Check out Mary Calhoun’s before and after burn injury pics if you have a strong stomach. 2000 volts, same as an electric chair. I’d say if there’s a point of diminishing returns on internet hacks this is it.
You clearly don't understand how electricity works, so you're definitely not the guy who should explain this to others. Some points: Switching live and neutral wire colors (though polarity doesn't matter in this case. Not understanding why there's a return path connected to the transformer HV side. Choose this wire cause the electrician said so. Screws connected to HV GND on the transformer possibly in contact with your metal workbench, which then also becomes dangerous to touch. Remember that GND will still be floating (not at 0V) and this case still lethal. etc. etc. You would do well to remove this video cause people in the comments are already copying this jank device, and possibly hurting themselves. Coming from an Electrical Engineer.
Ordinary rubber gloves are not high voltage rated rubber gloves. The transformer belongs in a properly rated plastic enclosure. The ethical thing to do is discourage people from this unimportant use of dangerously high voltage because it's just for making decorations. There are plenty of ways to play with wood but burning for some reason fascinates adults who should know better than to want this dangerous foolishness. Not everything cute is wise and the woodworking world did fine for thousands of years without it.
I wish I lived near you, maybe I do lol, who knows, but I would modify that setup for free, just to make it safer for you. But thank you for showing and ignore the negative comments. I worked at steel mill for years, so my life was at risk everyday and I chose to do it. But I would much rather risk my life to make something beautiful than live in a protected box my whole life. Thank you again.
I live in Oklahoma. I have the same thought process. I would rather make something and risk my life. When it’s my time, it’s my time and I have no control over that. The military didn’t get me, I want to enjoy my time the way I want to and not the way everyone else sees fit. I appreciate the positive comment
Sir....my neighbor and their family just buried today their 23 year old grandson, who is an electrician, because he was doing this.procedure in his garage making a Christmas present. His death is devastating to this whole area. Why would you do such a dangerous practice especially since you have children. Don't make them have to bury you. It's horrible
was that the guy on inside edition? they specifically said it was supposed to be a christmas present. anyway, everything is dangerous and has some level of risk. people just need to try to make things as "safe" as possible and be respectful of the medium, and wish them good luck. we all die.
I loved the video, brother. Have been intrigued by this method of wood burning and have been wanting to learn. Looks a bit intimidating. I subscribed to your channel, and I am looking forward to seeing more. One thing u didn't answer, tho. Where exactly did u get the 8 gauge wire? U said don't buy your run of the mill hardware store 8 gauge. Did u buy it from an electrician? Keep up the great work, brother.
You don't need 8 gauge wire because the current on the high voltage side is only a couple of amps, at most. 12 or 14 is more than big enough. However, what you do need is wire with high voltage insulation. This whole thing is very dangerous. Since 2016, at least 33 people have died using such devices, and every one of them thought they knew what they were doing. Think about that!
wow so i am assuming you hold those electrode leads in your hand when the burner is energized? Wow amazed you are still alive. The only safe way would be to clamp the electrodes to the wood, go back 20 or so ft and power the leads using a 2 handed dead mans switch. Then maybe it is safe.
I am an experienced engineer, and your setup and instructions are pretty safe. Engineers tend to complicate safety. But you cannot over-emphasize safety in this configuration. A microwave transformer is a death machine and can kill you. You are a good instructor.
Did you catch that the secondary is connected to the transformer frame, which is screwed into the mounting board, ALSO, that the other secondary lead (red) has a junction screwed into the same board? If you are saying "engineers tend to complicate safety", I seriously question your experience. Sorry bud.
@@TheGreenHeartofItaly-fl3wvI know that i am not very experienced. I am announced that through my videos. I do have to say that engineers do complicate safety. I just so happen to work directly with a bunch of them for the department of the army and other engineers from around the world. I appreciate your feedback back and thanks for supporting my channel.
@@darkhorsecreationswoodshop They are not "complicating" safety, they realize how far you have to go in terms of component reliability, safety by design, and many other aspects. "Safe" under non-real world conditions is not safe. And it takes a lot of work, what you call complications, to make MIL or medical or consumer gear safe in the real world under real world use conditions. Not everything is as simple as we would like. Still, decent job, you have at least made some of the really terrible hardware out there look as "rickety" as it is. But if you get more sensitive/knowledgeable about the other areas of accident probability (beyond the hardware itself) you will be doing the woodworking community a better service. Education never stops.
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My burner has been cutting out (loosing power) after a short period of burning. The wires are all good & it doesnt seem to be getting too hot or anything i have noticed. Any suggestions as to why I am loosing power?
To be honest it could be a multitude of Things. It could even be the mixture of water baking soda you are putting on the wood. I had issues once because there was not enough moisture on the wood. When it comes to electricity, I am no expert. It could be the internal wiring to the outlet you are plugging it into. I have had that issue. My garage plug had really old wiring and would not push the current. It could also be the power source of the burner itself. I had one that would not burn at all. I hope this will steer you in the right direction. Good luck.
