

Fred Rosebury’s Handbook of Electron Tube and Vacuum Techniques (1965). This volume is more than a manual—it’s a bridge between the physics of vacuum systems and the craft of building electron tubes. Rosebury meticulously documents methods for glass‑to‑metal seals, electrode fabrication, pumping strategies, and leak detection, while also providing practical guidance on materials and instrumentation.

Step inside the fascinating world of rare gases with Taming Lightning LLC. In this special tour of Global Rare Gases, Percy Echols II (artist, educator, and founder of Taming Lightning) goes behind the scenes with Jim Avolt to learn more about Global Rare Gases and how it is able to support smaller businesses and individuals…

We’ve partnered with Amazing1, the successor to Information Unlimited, to bring back and upgrade classic neon & plasma power supplies! From the 3kV NeonUL and 10kV Neon21 to the new PVM12 and PVM400, these drivers feature plug‑and‑play enclosures, cooling fans, and enhanced safety—making plasma art more accessible than ever.

As the winter season approaches, so does the desire for Spring and Winter to arrive! The 2026 schedule for week-long Neon and Plasma intensives at the Pittsburgh Glass Center is here, and I’m excited to share it with you as quickly as it landed in my hands. The Pittsburgh Glass Center (PGC) has grown as…
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