Tech Square Technical and speculative discussion of amps, cables and other topics.

---

[ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] Thread: [ Display  All  Email ] [ Tech Square ]

---

[ Alert Moderator ]

---

RE: Model for Selenium Rectifier?

Posted by jerem69 (A) on October 13, 2009 at 15:03:34

In Reply to: Model for Selenium Rectifier? posted by Lee of Omaha on October 5, 2009 at 17:51:34:

As far as the -vacuum tube- rectifier replacements, they were just a silicon diode with a series ballast resistor. It worked OK if the current was in the right ballpark. So, for a selenium rectifier replacement, you might try that same model (resistor in series) for a relatively stable current draw application such as a receiver or a pre-amp's power supply. For a more dynamic model, I like the zener idea, however, they would have to be capable of handling peak current/power. Any other folks have a good yet simple solution?

This post is made possible by the generous support of people like you and our sponsors:

Kimber Kable

---

[ Top of Page ] [ Contact Us ] [ Support/Wish List ] [ Copyright © 2024, Audio Asylum, all rights reserved ]

---

[ General ] [ Speakers ] [ Tubes ] [ Vinyl ] [ Digital ] [ Hi-Rez ] [ Video Asylum ] [ Cables ] [ Tweaks/DIY ] [ Music ] [ Films ]

---