4 ms·
Fuses help with the "bang", as do using 5U4 or other vacuum tube diodes in the power supply, which limit current. I've learned not to be absolutely frightened o
by mikewarot 2y ago
Fuses help with the "bang", as do using 5U4 or other vacuum tube diodes in the power supply, which limit current. I've learned not to be absolutely frightened of B+ at 200-300 volts, though I definitely respect it. Once you get above 500 volts, and an amp... the danger is very real, and the fear returns, in spades.
- monocasa 2y agoThat being said, the biasing voltages get crazy too, leading to the big boy voltages. 300v b+ combined with 200v c- means that you're at 500v of potential if you short the wrong bits that are probably right next to eachother.
- peatandrepeat 2y agoExactly why I keep wooden chopsticks in my amp repair kit. But the voltage is moot without the amperage to back it up, and most power transformers will happily supply it in heaps.