"Asimov" writes:

"Sam Goldwasser" bravely wrote to "All" (16 Dec 04 08:57:46)
--- on the heady topic of " HV Probe construction advice"

SG From: Sam Goldwasser

SG See: http://repairfaq.ece.drexel.edu/sam/hvprobe.htm

SG Building a voltage divider out of 10, 10M ohm resistors (and suitable
SG math!) is sufficient and safe.

SG However, I do agree with the other posts that if you plan to do more
SG HV stuff, be on the lookout for a proper HV probe.

The high voltage divider in a broken flyback can be used in a pinch.
There are high value resistors in it along with high value adjustable
pots for the screen and focus. It may be hard to get the potted stuff
out though...

If it's a one time measurement, no real need to disassemble it.

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