01-11-2016, 07:48 PM
(This post was last modified: 01-11-2016, 07:49 PM by Mike Watterson.)
(01-11-2016, 07:06 PM)Sparks Wrote: I would imagine that modern valve testers are limited to a few of the most popular valves used in amplifiers, but would not be suitable for more obscure types.
No, they will test ANY type.
On the uTracer I've tested Acorn, 2V (1929 to 1945 types), 1.4V, ECH41, ECC85, EF80, UL41, all the Russian Rod Tubes, wide range of Magic Eyes.
I'm looking for some nuvistor sockets as I have a few NOS.
All you need the pin out and heater rating.
The "roetest" difference is that it tests Audio power types under full static load. That's an Audiophile Power Amp feature. I don't need it. I'm rarely going to test more than an UL41/ EL33 / 6V6 / EL84 off a radio and the uTester is fine for that.
