Which Plasma Ball Will Produce Light, Plasma, and Spark?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the behavior of plasma balls (or plasma globes) with varying current power levels and their ability to produce light, plasma, and sparks. Participants explore how changes in current and voltage affect the performance of these devices.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the definition of "low current power" and seek clarification on the term.
  • One participant suggests that increasing current may lead to more illumination and plasma activity, while decreasing it could reduce these effects.
  • Another participant notes that operating at lower voltage might result in fewer plasma lines or potentially no operation at all, leading to less light.
  • There is a caution expressed that excessively high voltage could damage the devices, resulting in a lack of light except for brief flashes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the effects of varying current and voltage on the plasma balls, with multiple viewpoints and uncertainties present regarding their operation.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific definitions for terms like "low current power" and does not clarify the exact parameters of the plasma balls being discussed, such as their voltage ratings or gas types.

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if we have 3  plasma ball.and they have the same pressure gas ...one have low current power .the scond have  middle current power .the third have strong current power .. ...so which will of them produce ...light ..plasma ...spark..
 
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Plasma ball of what?
What is a "low energy current"?

Your question is very vague.
 
I mean when the plasma ball produce illuminate light. ..if we increase the power current or if we decrease it
 
taregg said:
if we have 3  plasma ball.and they have the same pressure gas ...one have low current power .the scond have  middle current power .the third have strong current power .. ...so which will of them produce ...light ..plasma ...spark..

taregg said:
I mean when the plasma ball produce illuminate light. ..if we increase the power current or if we decrease it

Do you mean "plasma globe"?

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if we have 3  plasma globe .and they have the same pressure gas ...one have low current power .the scond have  middle current power .the third have strong current power .. ...so which will of them produce ...light ..plasma ...spark...(yes I mean plasma globe )
 
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What do you mean with "low current power"?
If you operate them at a lower voltage, they will have fewer plasma "lines", or do not operate at all, so you get a lower amount of light.
If the voltage gets too high, the devices will break, then you don't have light at all (apart from a very short flash, maybe).
 

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