[Hammarlund] 6AH6 vs 6C4

[Kenneth G. Gordon]

On 10 Jun 2011 at 13:54, Carl wrote:

> Why not a simple HW rectifier and a zener? Seems to work for me on any
> free running oscillator of which there are 3 in the HRO-60 and
> NC-183D.

Or that RCA/Navy mod to the SRR-11/12/13 which used two back-to-back 
zeners to regulate both "sides" of the AC voltage.

> And then, since VR tubes are not really stable, use some more
> zeners.

Well, I ***LIKE*** VR tubes: they are so pretty. I really like the colors. ;-)

> Id also give the 6AH6 a try as a triode for G&G,

G&G? Do you mean grounded-grid? Hmmmm....that is an idea that has 
merit...only slight rewiring of the socket...

Screen and suppresser to plate, to grid, or to ground? Probably ground.

> it looks pretty
> impressive that way.

I haven't looked yet.

> Im also a firm believer in KISS and not reinventing the wheel.

Agreed, but if one has never seen a wheel, or heard of one, what else is 
there?

Ken W7EKB