Isolate terminal ground lugs from chassis?

[jonathan_kea]

Now that I’ve got it working, I want to make some changes to the layout on my 5C1 build.

I’m working with a six lug terminal strip in the power supply and want to bring the 6v6 cathode resistor over so it can share a common ground with the filter caps.

The only problem is that I am out of lugs. Is there a proven way to lift the two outer ground lug connections off the chassis so they can accept positive voltage? I’m thinking about using nylon washers - has anyone attempted this before?

[Latole]

I don't know what you mean "....using nylon washer."

Post picture of your wiring.

I use that kind of terminal strips: Vintage parts.

https://www.tubesandmore.com/products/terminal-strip-5-lug-1st-lug-common-horizontal-package-5


 

[vampwizzard]

You'd have to isolate the terminal thats hitting ground as well as isolate the fastener from terminal.. i.e. youll need to use a nylon screw. Id look for other options.

[shooter]

I’m thinking about using nylon washers

grab nylon screws and nuts while you're at it, otherwise you just make it taller 

[jonathan_kea]

Excellent point on the screw and washer! I would have use a metal screw and nut, totally defeating the purpose and probably catching my house on fire.

Latole - Will check into those horizontal terminal strips too. Might be a better fit. Thanks all!

[sluckey]

Is there a proven way to lift the two outer ground lug connections off the chassis so they can accept positive voltage?

Bad idea. Don't do it.

[jonathan_kea]

Agreed. Going to use an extra strip.