[R-390] OT: Low-voltage tubes

bw [email protected]
Fri, 15 Aug 2003 19:07:55 -0500


> Tip: Look for junkers at hamfests, flea markets, yard sales. You can get
> a complete unit pretty cheap, usually with the 1L6 included. I've found
> one at a yard sale, one at an antique shop, and a chassis with all tubes
> (and an R-390 S-meter) in a box of 'stuff'. Got my H-500 back in 1980
> (before they became 'sought') for $10, love it!
> 
> Enjoy -
> 
> de Todd/'Boomer'  KA1KAQ



I got one a few months ago for $20. Needs massive cleaning, etc. Also got a
newer solid state one for $1 a few weeks before that one. Works fine but it
ain't the same.

Tip- if you are in a pinch for that tube, find a cheap plastic portable
radio. Those usually have 1L6s in them too. I have a few of those around the
house.


Barry non-Hauser