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Amp Stuff => Tube Amp Building - Tweaks - Repairs => Topic started by: p2pAmps on February 08, 2016, 02:34:47 pm
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Hello Guys,
Anyone have a few of these they would like to sell me?
(http://www.apexjr.com/images/AMPHENOLACOUTLET.jpg)
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Does this have to fit the hole on an old original Fender chassis? If so, looky...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Round-AC-outlet-Receptacle-for-Vintage-Fender-and-other-Amplifiers-NOS/351644897720?_trksid=p2047675.c100037.m2107&_trkparms=aid%3D444000%26algo%3DSOI.DEFAULT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140814145201%26meid%3D4b8496455a6144bcb4277583fc57959b%26pid%3D100037%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D15%26sd%3D350504124471 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Round-AC-outlet-Receptacle-for-Vintage-Fender-and-other-Amplifiers-NOS/351644897720?_trksid=p2047675.c100037.m2107&_trkparms=aid%3D444000%26algo%3DSOI.DEFAULT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20140814145201%26meid%3D4b8496455a6144bcb4277583fc57959b%26pid%3D100037%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D15%26sd%3D350504124471)
Too rich for me!
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I believe there are 2 sizes fender used. Check with Steve at http://www.apexjr.com/ (http://www.apexjr.com/)
He used to have both.
I guess you know which size you need, but the part number is for the larger ones used in the 70's from what I read. I have seen them in old radios, but not sure if it is 2N
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$32 for a simple power connector? Ouch!
Mouser doesn't have any of this round type, but for only $1 or so per connector I might consider squaring that hole to make one of these fit. :dontknow:
http://www.mouser.com/Connectors/Power-Connectors/AC-Power-Plugs-Receptacles/_/N-axire?P=1yy18jl (http://www.mouser.com/Connectors/Power-Connectors/AC-Power-Plugs-Receptacles/_/N-axire?P=1yy18jl)
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$32 for a simple power connector? Ouch!
Yeah, 32 bucks seems a little on the steep side.
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I have some two-pronged polarized outlets like that. Mine require a 1-5/32" diameter mounting hole 1-1/8" if mounting from the back). What size hole do you need?
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I have some two-pronged polarized outlets like that. Mine require a 1-5/32" diameter mounting hole 1-1/8" if mounting from the back). What size hole do you need?
Steve,
I don't have the hole yet as this is for a PR build. I have a 2 prong like you now but my guy wants a 3 prong. He might have to cough up that 32 bucks if it really is that important. I like those IECs too but I do not have a square punch.
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I don't think a square hole would be a challenge for you. Drill, nibbler tool, files. Takes longer, but you feel so satisfied when it's done! :icon_biggrin:
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I don't think a square hole would be a challenge for you. Drill, nibbler tool, files. Takes longer, but you feel so satisfied when it's done! :icon_biggrin:
I could do it I just like things to be perfect, personality flaw. If I do enough of these the 100 bucks for a Greenlee Radio Chassis Punch might be ok.
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I do square holes in chassis with 4 holes drilled in the corners then connect them using a dremel tool with their metal cutting disk, comes out darn near perfect to perfect. :icon_biggrin:
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Take a look at this rectangle chassis hole dbishopbliss cut;
http://el34world.com/Forum/index.php?topic=19797.msg206776#msg206776 (http://el34world.com/Forum/index.php?topic=19797.msg206776#msg206776)
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Hubbell makes some nice ones. They require a 1-1/2" hole. That may not fit a Fender repro chassis. Here's one on eBay...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-of-2-Hubbell-Receptacle-15-Amp-125-Volt-/151019124775?hash=item232970f827:g:hIMAAMXQlUNRVcTM (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-of-2-Hubbell-Receptacle-15-Amp-125-Volt-/151019124775?hash=item232970f827:g:hIMAAMXQlUNRVcTM)
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And here they are, just like Ed said...
http://www.apexjr.com/new.htm (http://www.apexjr.com/new.htm)
Sixth item on the list.
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And here they are, just like Ed said...
http://www.apexjr.com/new.htm (http://www.apexjr.com/new.htm)
Sixth item on the list.
Yeah, I contacted apexjr and he is all sold out :(
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Ha! I just realized the pic you posted is on the apexjr server!
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I do square holes in chassis with 4 holes drilled in the corners then connect them using a dremel tool with their metal cutting disk, comes out darn near perfect to perfect. :icon_biggrin:
Mike, with your level of workmanship I am sure you could make a perfect square hole for the cheaper plug.
Willabe's four drill hole and dremel method is within your skill level. :worthy1:
It might not look so nice if I did it, but practice makes perfect. :l2:
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I do square holes in chassis with 4 holes drilled in the corners then connect them using a dremel tool with their metal cutting disk, comes out darn near perfect to perfect. :icon_biggrin:
Mike, with your level of workmanship I am sure you could make a perfect square hole for the cheaper plug.
Willabe's four drill hole and dremel method is within your skill level. :worthy1:
It might not look so nice if I did it, but practice makes perfect. :l2:
I don't thing a square hole is a big deal I just kinda wanted that Fender plug... I guess I have to decide if I want it 32 bucks worth LOL
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I know a socket in the back is traditional. My experience is that you plug a cord in a socket some feet off the floor, some fool (me) trips over the cord and knocks the amp down. (More fun if reverb is turned up.)
For a combo, I have put a 4-way plain two-duplex j-box in the bottom of the speaker space. Box, cover, and 10-pack of receptacles (do not get tamper-proof!!) is under $13 at the home store; may be $18 if you blow for two Commercial-grade (tougher) receptacles. Get dark outlets, paint the cover black, it isn't obvious, but very easy to use, and can support the whole band.
(http://www.garvinindustries.com/images/inusephotos/G1939_In-Use-Photo.jpg) (http://www.garvinindustries.com/images/inusephotos/G1939_In-Use-Photo.jpg)
http://www.garvinindustries.com/electrical-covers-device-rings/4-square-covers-device-rings/industrial-surface-covers/g1939 (http://www.garvinindustries.com/electrical-covers-device-rings/4-square-covers-device-rings/industrial-surface-covers/g1939)
Side note: that photo shows the receptacles mounted only by the center screw. That's how we did it for decades. But note the 4 empty holes. These covers now come with (should) 4 screws and nuts so you can hang the receptacles by their main ears 2-point. More solid, and better grounding. In either case you have to bust-off the Mickey-Mouse ears on standard receptacles to get them into that type cover.
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Ok, so I pulled the trigger on two from Marsh for 50.00 shipped.
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Ok, now I'm satisfied...
(http://p2pamps.com/pr4/20.jpg)
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Ok, now I'm satisfied...
Ok, good. :laugh:
I always plugged my Conn strobe tuner into that outlet.
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Ok, now I'm satisfied...
Ok, good. :laugh:
I always plugged my Conn strobe tuner into that outlet.
I guess we are both showing our age LOL
(http://p2pamps.com/conn.jpg)
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Yeah, I still have mine too. :icon_biggrin:
I still use it to adjust bridge saddles. I think I paid ~$250(?) for it back in the late '70's? Was a lot of $$ back then.
All the other guys I was playing with tuned up with it, nice to have everybody in tune. :laugh:
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If you got to play in tune thru the 70's & 80's, that was well worth the cost of the strobotuner©. :laugh: