I have a PT that puts out 400V and I need 450V that's why I ask.
Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
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MarshallPlexi
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Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
If we can use a reverse biased zener to lower B+ with connected to the CT of the B+ winding, is the inverse true that we can use a positive biased zener to RAISE the B+ voltage?
I have a PT that puts out 400V and I need 450V that's why I ask.
I have a PT that puts out 400V and I need 450V that's why I ask.
Re: Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
Um, nope. That would be a nifty magic trick, though!
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MarshallPlexi
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Re: Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
Oh well. Had to ask!xtian wrote:Um, nope. That would be a nifty magic trick, though!
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Stevem
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Re: Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
If that could be done then utility company's would have diodes made the size of a city block so they could durive something for nothing and still charge you for it!
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Not screaming like the passengers in his car!
Cutting out a man's tongue does not mean he’s a liar, but it does show that you fear the truth he might speak about you!
Re: Zener Diode to RAISE B+?
You could raise voltage if you were using a tube rectifier (switch to SS) or a choke input (switch to resistor).
I build and repair tube amps. http://amps.monkeymatic.com