5 Things to Know About the DIY Coil Project Inspired by Tesla's 1894 Patent
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5 Things to Know About the DIY Coil Project Inspired by Tesla's 1894 Patent

What the project is, where the idea came from, what the plans include, and the safety rule every builder should follow.

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Hands winding copper wire for a DIY coil project

Homeowners across the US are building a small weekend project to fight rising power bills. Here's what you should know before you watch the free presentation.

1. It started with one neighbor's power bill

Michael noticed his neighbor Gary's electric bill on top of the recycling bin. It was a small fraction of his own, on the same street, in the same summer heat. Gary, a retired school teacher, had built a quiet project against his garage wall.

2. The idea comes from an 1894 Tesla patent

Gary's project is inspired by Nikola Tesla's US Patent 512,340, "Coil for Electro-Magnets", granted on January 9, 1894. Tesla wound two wires side by side into a flat spiral, a design known as a bifilar coil.

3. You don't need to be an electrician to follow the plans

The plans are written for beginners: step-by-step videos and wiring diagrams, plus a parts list of items you can find at hardware stores. Most builders work on it over a weekend in a garage, shed or yard.

4. There's one safety rule you shouldn't skip

Never connect a homemade device to your home's wiring or panel yourself. Have a licensed electrician do that part, and check your local codes first.

5. It's a one-time $39, with a 60-day guarantee

The plans are sold through ClickBank for a one-time $39, with a 60-day money-back guarantee. Results vary from home to home, depending on your usage, your build and your utility rates.

The free presentation walks through Gary's story and how the project works, step by step. Watch it, then decide if it's right for your home.

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