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[DetlefSchmitz]

I once performed this experiment under laboratory conditions, and as expected, no sensation whatsoever was felt. You have to look at the conditions of each case though. Not something to try without a good understanding.

 

[JohnW2]

I once performed this experiment under laboratory conditions, and as expected, no sensation whatsoever was felt. You have to look at the conditions of each case though. Not something to try without a good understanding.

That corresponds with my expectations. As you say, one most definitely needs to know what one is doing, and to fully understand all the prevailing conditions. Safety can be enhanced by including a high (say ≥0.5 M&#937 resistor in the potential 'shock path' and measuring the voltage across it, rather than relying on 'unprotected perception'!

Kind Regards, John

 

[bernardgreen]

I have worked on live wires with my fingers coming into contact with the live bare conductors. No sensation at all.
I had ensured there was no path to ground from my feet and used cardboard to mask earthed metalwork to prevent accident contact while working on the live conductors.

DO NOT DO THE SAME it is dangerous

 

[JohnW2]

I have worked on live wires with my fingers coming into contact with the live bare conductors. No sensation at all. I had ensured there was no path to ground from my feet and used cardboard to mask earthed metalwork to prevent accident contact while working on the live conductors. DO NOT DO THE SAME it is dangerous

Again, that corresponds with my expectations (and similar experiences). I obviously endorse your warning.

Kind Regards, John