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🆓Modern Vacuum Practice, Third Edition
“Modern Vacuum Practice, Third Edition” — serves as an accessible and practical introduction to high vacuum technology, tailored for technicians, engineers, and scientists who use vacuum systems in their work. The book avoids complex mathematics and kinetic theory, focusing instead on real-world applications and hands-on guidance. It covers the principles of vacuum generation, system design, leak…
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🆓Materials of High Vacuum Technology, Volume 2: Silicates by Werner Espe
“Materials of High Vacuum Technology, Volume 2: Silicates” by Werner Espe, published 1966, focuses on silicate materials used in high vacuum applications, covering their manufacture, composition, and properties. The book specifically discusses technical glasses, quartz glass, quartzware, Vycor glass, ceramic materials, mica, and asbestos. It delves into how these materials are made, their chemical makeup,…
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🆓Materials of High Vacuum Technology, Volume 1: Metals and Metalloids
“Materials of High Vacuum Technology, Volume 1: Metals and Metalloids” by Werner Espe, published in 1966, –focuses on the properties and behavior of metals and metalloids in high vacuum environments. The book explores how these materials interact with vacuum conditions, including their outgassing characteristics, mechanical behavior under vacuum stress, and suitability for various vacuum applications…
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Plasma & Professionalism | Example of Documentation for Plasma Light Sculpture
Whether you’re making your first plasma piece or exhibiting at a gallery or donating to a fundraiser, good documentation is more than just a formality—it’s a mark of care, professionalism, and accessibility. Providing clear instructions helps curators, collectors, and technicians understand how to safely install, display, and maintain your work.
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PD-7K – LumaShell Case (3D Models Only)
Designed with both workshop safety and visual appeal in mind, the PD-7K LumaShell is a downloadable 3D-printable enclosure for your PD-7K plasma transformer. Whether you’re teaching a class, testing in the studio, or showcasing your work, the LumaShell offers a clean and protective housing to elevate your setup.
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Beyond the Spark Coil: Troubleshooting Vacuum Leaks in Plasma Sculpture
Ever struggled to find a vacuum leak in your plasma sculpture, even with a spark coil? In this post, we dive into a real question from the community—exploring the differences between spark coils like the Eco and BD-10AS—and walk through practical methods for leak detection when the usual tools fall short. From sensory cues to…
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Fueling the Next Spark⚡: Grant-Funded Growth and What’s Next for Taming Lightning
Taming Lightning is getting an upgrade! Thanks to a $2,000 Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Grant, I’ll be rolling out long-overdue website fixes, launching new tools like the Dyna-Meter, and creating exclusive content for Patreon supporters. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s next!
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LumaLaser | Ordering Process (revised for clarity 4/11/25)
I wanted to make a separate blog post to help clarify the ordering process when adding Lumalaser Products to your cart. To ensure the best shipping rates for our customers, we are using ‘Pre-order’ function for our online store, and adding the shipping rate manually. This means as long as there is a lumalaser product…
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Email Server Issues – Temporary Contact Update
I wanted to take a moment to let you know about a recent issue affecting email communications. Over the past 1–2 weeks, I’ve been able to receive emails but have been unable to send or respond due to a server issue. Some messages were also stuck in the system, which tech support has thankfully helped…
