2026-09-13 (Su) EleKSCo REV05 All the working parts!

I added bare copper wires to the two HV prongs on the internal switch piece. I reconsidered bending them around so they stuck into the end, but I liked how they were visible through the handle. There was no trouble installing the LV nuts this time since I eliminated the wiring hole and added plenty of clearance. I tucked all the wires around the transformer, slid the battery power receiver into place, and tightened it down. I installed a battery and tested it. The internal sparking was gone, and all the visible electric arcs were along the blade, right where I wanted. My wife tested the knife on her arm, and it left a small burn mark. We did a second test, and it did not leave a visible mark, but we could smell burned flesh. She said it did not hurt more than usual, but I may still integrate a voltage regulator into the battery packs or switch to a different transformer.

Sparks where I want them

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