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Philco 71 abnormal filament voltages-low volume
dmblackburn
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08-09-2024, 07:38 AM
Thank you for this info. 
I measured the voltages on each side of the 13K resistor : 286 VDC on the side next to the RF choke and 97.5 VDC on the other side. This resistor gets very hot to the touch but no smoking or melting apparent. Would it help if I go to a higher wattage ?
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RE: Philco 71 abnormal filament voltages-low volume - by dmblackburn - 08-09-2024, 07:38 AM



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