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- Mon Jul 06, 2020 9:09 pm
- Forum: Technical Discussion
- Topic: 8417 Power Tube Conversion
- Replies: 46
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Re: 8417 Power Tube Conversion
I would consider checking the voltage potential across C61 and it's leakage. It would be prudent to replace it with a 600V version. Especially if the bias voltage is going to be even more negative. At this age these amps are subject to severe bias drift and a leaky coupling caps are commonly the cau...
- Mon Jul 06, 2020 8:47 pm
- Forum: Technical Discussion
- Topic: Installing 3 Conductor AC Cord In Old Amps,,,
- Replies: 10
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Re: Installing 3 Conductor AC Cord In Old Amps,,,
My rule is to always route the 'Line' or black through the fuse, regardless of the switch. A fused neutral still leaves the AC voltage connected to the equipment if the fuse blows. And yes green should always be ground. Make sure to get yourself a solid connection to the chassis with your green wire...
- Thu Sep 27, 2018 4:32 am
- Forum: PCB Design
- Topic: Copper pour as shield
- Replies: 11
- Views: 9730
Re: Copper pour as shield
sneakers563 wrote: ↑Sat Sep 22, 2018 10:49 pmSorry for the delay in my response... I rarely have more than 300 volts on a PCB and for that I use 55-60 mils of clearance between it and 0V or a copper pour tied to chassis.What do you typically use for clearances around the pour?
- Sat Sep 22, 2018 6:36 am
- Forum: PCB Design
- Topic: Copper pour as shield
- Replies: 11
- Views: 9730
Re: Copper pour as shield
I've found the additional shielding well worth the effort. I pour both top and bottom layers and connect the two with a grid of plate throughs, to lower the impedance between them. Just a note; In case you're not already aware, potentials above 100V require much greater attention to trace separation...