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Amp Stuff => Tube Amp Building - Tweaks - Repairs => Topic started by: chocopower on April 05, 2014, 12:07:33 pm

Title: Tube-diode rectifier switch
Post by: chocopower on April 05, 2014, 12:07:33 pm

I´m gonna install a diode rectifier option to a amp with a GZ34. I already have installed a pair of diodes in series with the tube just for safety.


I posted the two ways i think could work, but any correction will be welcome.

thanks in advance!

Title: Re: Tube-diode rectifier switch
Post by: sluckey on April 05, 2014, 12:29:06 pm

Either should work. #1 is a bit more clever.    :grin:

Title: Re: Tube-diode rectifier switch
Post by: chocopower on April 05, 2014, 03:15:18 pm

Yes, i agree with you.   :icon_biggrin:


My only concern was about the position of the rectifier. With diode rectifier engaged, will be in the middle of the chain, so i draw the #2. 




Thanks!

Title: Re: Tube-diode rectifier switch
Post by: John on April 05, 2014, 05:21:18 pm

I think PRR would call option 1 more "elegant". I never would have thought of doing it that way.  :worthy1: