[NJARC] RE: philco speaker needed

Sat, 25 Jan 2003 18:36:23 -0500

Hi Mike,

I'll make a few comments regarding your search for a 
speaker.  The four wires and the (19)39 in the part number 
suggest that what you're seeking is an "electrodynamic" 
speaker.  These incorporate an electromagnet rather than the 
permanent magnet used in modern units.  The magnet's "field 
winding" in the speaker is an integral part of the radio's 
high-voltage power supply.  Collectors commonly replace the 
field winding with an inductor and resistor and connect a 
modern speaker.  This requires a bit of shade-tree 
engineering to get it right.

Now, even if we helped you identify the right components, or 
found a vintage replacement speaker, a radio of that age 
will likely require considerable additional work. 
Typically, all the paper and electrolytic capacitors in the 
set need to be replaced if it's expected to work correctly 
and not damage itself.

While the necessary work is not quite rocket science, it is 
time consuming and requires some technical skill.  It's 
usually difficult to find someone to undertake a job like 
this.  The problem is the open-ended nature of the task.

It is possible to do it yourself.  If you need another 
hobby, the club would be glad to get you started.

Regards,
Al

Vourtsis, Philip (Phil), ALABS wrote:
> Club Members,
>     Can anyone help Mike out?
> Phil Vourtsis 
> Pres.- New Jersey Antique Radio Club 
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> Sent: Friday, January 24, 2003 7:53 PM
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> Subject: philco speaker needed
> 
> 
> hi i live in Nj and i have an old Philco console radio model 39-116...the speaker is missing and there are 4 wires that have been cut and are hanging from the back of the radio,,,so i am guessing these go to the speaker...would you know what type of speaker i would need and where can i get one? also do you  have any idea what the cost would be?
> let me know
> thanks
> mike
> 
> 
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Al Klase - N3FRQ
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