Current needed to make a nice arc?
Answer:
Use a Neon transformer (from a neon sign). You should be able to get a two inch arc and the transformer has current limiting built in. This is VERY dangerous. IT CAN KILL YOU!
Edit: you can't run 2000 volts into a 120 volt primary. The insulation won't handle it. And, even if it did work the 1200 volt secondary won't handle 33333 volts.
If you want a neon transformer, try going to an old business that is being torn down.
If you don't know the answer to your question maybe you shouldn't be trying this!
first are you sure it is 33333vac?? or do you meen 33333v ac
becaurse va is the same as Watt.
when you are using a transformer, there should be no risk to kick your circuit breaker, as long as your transformer do not use more. (but then it should be a werry big transforer 20 pounds or so). You do not need a lot of amps to make the arc, but be sure that your wires are insulated to carry the 33kv. And keep the braker on the primarry side.
I´m not sure the insulation can take it on your second transformer, but i´ll guess you will find out.
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