[R-390] SS Rectifier Replacements

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I ordered a replacement for a 5U4 on a HQ-180 a couple of years ago, worked  
out very nicely. Well constructed etc. But, it was just as hot as the original 
 tube was, so no relief from the approximately 15 watts of heat.
 
Les Locklear
 
 
In a message dated 10/14/2004 12:23:59 PM Central Daylight Time,  
dhallam at rapidsys.com writes:

Has  anyone had any experience with the Weber Copper Top solid state
replacement  rectifiers?

I just ordered a pair to replace the 26Z5W diodes in my  R-390.  They are
supposed to be plug in and have the same electrical  drop characteristics as
the vacuum tube.

I was quoted a price of  $10.00 each for them.  That is a cheaper price than
buying new  tubes.

The only tubes I have ever had fail in my R-390 are the 26Z5W  and the 6082.

David C. Hallam
KC2JD