Triple Helix Leads

Instead of a sealed ceramic collar to isolate EEG from lamp power, we propose for the A3030E to add a grounding spring around the lamp leads to absorb the lamp current that leaks out of the head fixture through the tunnels in the dental cement made by the lamp leads. Running to the head fixture we would have three leads: L+, L−, and GND. The GND is the ground connection. On the A3030E circuit, GND is connected directly to the 1.2-V power supply. We consider joining these three leads together in a triple-helix lead, as shown below.


Figure: Triple-Helix Leads. Top: 1 coat on individual leads followed by 2 coats on three together. Bottom: 2 coats on individuals, 1 coat on combination.
As we report here, these leads provide perfect electrical performance. But we find it impractical to prepare the ends for application of pins and a grounding spring. We must cut the wires apart and remove silicone from each tip without damaging the lead elsewhere. For now, we plan to stick with the well-tested individual wires, and hope that they do not take up too much space.