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Before a plasma globe is filled, it is first baked in an oven to remove
any water vapor. Then, it is hooked up to a vacuum pump system
and evacuated to 0.001 Torr (99.999% Vacuum). After the globe has
been evacuated it is filled with the precise gas mixture specified in
the formula. It is then permanently sealed, ensuring that no gas can
get in or out of the globe.
Once this process is completed, the final assembly is done. The
inside of the electrode is coated with conductive silver paint (this
is used to hide the internal wiring and to evenly distribute the
electricity), and then the wires and housing are run up into the
central stem. The glass globe is then secured to the base, and
the power supply and circuit-board are mounted and wired to the
electrode. Lastly, the base is sealed up, and the globe is tested,
packed, and made ready to go. Once the globe reaches us, it is
again inspected and subjected to rigorous testing to ensure the
quality of the plasma effect and the durability of the electronics. After
that, it gets sent out to you!
Conclusion
We hope you’ve learned a little bit about plasma globes from reading
this! Plasma globes are captivating machines that will provide you
with a lifetime of fascination. There’s nothing quite like harnessing
lightning on your countertop. We know that you will enjoy your
plasma globe for years to come, and if you have any questions or
problems, don’t hesitate to call us toll free at
1.800.665.5656
, or at
604.299.7511
for international customers.
On the next page you will find a fun experiment that you can try out
with your plasma globe. Go ahead, we think you’ll enjoy it.
