04-02-2018, 01:50 PM
(04-02-2018, 11:14 AM)pwdrive Wrote: I wouldn't bother myself, I'd use a diode.
Lawrence.
Diodes short out though Lawrence, one reason the bias on the frame output stage in some Thorn sets was derived from the negative supply on the heater chain. The resultant frame issue would hopefully make the viewer turn the set off.
TBH I'm a great believer in cap droppers and all my AC/DC sets are fitted with motor run cap droppers. Never had one failure yet, says he touching wood.
