[HAM] Converting to a SS rectifier

[Hugh Hinskens]

Couldn't you add an extra resistor to the front of the ladder to bring the top voltage down to the correct one?

Hugh

----- Original Message -----
From: Ted Thompson <ted at speakeasyvintagemusic.com>
Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 8:32 am
Subject: Re: [HAM] Converting to a SS rectifier

> No matter what you do, the voltage will go up.  Even if you do a 
> full 
> wave like the original (it's not a bridge) you'll see a big leap 
> in 
> voltage because a silicon diode only has a .6 volt drop, where as 
> a tube 
> rectifier has a drop that is much higher.
> 
> You should seek the correct tubes - even the so called "plug in" 
> replacements are dangerous for this very reason.
> 
> Cheers!
> 
> Ted Thompson
> General Manager - Speakeasy Vintage Music

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