[Hallicrafters] tools for the newbie

[Mark J. Giubardo]

Hi Tim,

I think you have the name of the device in your question #1 incorrect. What
I think you meant to say was "Veriac", I believe it is a trademark of
General Radio Corp, but used generically today. This is a variable
autoformer used to vary the line voltage to a device under test. In my
opinion a very useful for firing up old electronics gently. Swap meets or
Ebay are places to find them at reasonable prices.

A varacter is diode that is run reverse biased and used as a voltage
variable capacitor to tune circuits.

Wish you lots of enjoyment with your Boatanchors,

Mark  W1MJG


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Subject: [Hallicrafters] tools for the newbie

Hi folks -
If I decide to "tweak" my new S-53A myself, rather than have a more
knowledgable person do it, I will need some pointers:
1) - Where do you suggest I buy a "varacter" and about how much should they
cost? Any special characteristics I should look for?
Thanks for any tips folks!
73/Tim NZ7C