Thorough Clean, continued
4. Clean the tube with a mild soap solution, and a soft cloth or sponge. A non-scratch scrub sponge
may help remove sticky material. Clean any carbon tracking residue off of the end cap. Rinse or wipe
the tube and dry thoroughly. Be sure to avoid the seal between the cap and tube and between the cap
and the end screw when rinsing.
5. Once the mesh and tube are completely dry, replace the mesh on the tube by sliding it gently over
the tube. Be sure that the outer mesh is at least 1.25 cm from the end cap, and that both vertical
seams on the inner and outer electrodes line up.
Once the tubes are clean and completely dry, reinstall the tubes in the system.
Tips on Tube Life
Cleaning the tube is beneficial because it reduces stress on the transformer and also removes any
dirt or oil that can inhibit the plasma from forming on the outside of the tube. Unfortunately, there are
many other factors that affect the efficiency and life of the tube:
The silicone seal between the tube and the cap keeps moisture from infiltrating the tube.
Excessive aluminum oxide build-up on the inner electrode can decrease the strength of the
plasma as the oxide essentially increases the thickness of the dielectric barrier.
The plasma discharges between the mesh and the tube slowly wears on the tube, thinning the
dielectric barrier. Eventually, repetitive stress from the discharges can create erosion holes.
Carbon tracking or cracks in the end cap should be gently cleaned by hand; these allow an easy
path for current to flow and creates a short in the system.
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